FIFA and FIFPRO’s new initiative to combat social media hate speech
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The 2022 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to be the 22nd edition of the event and will be held in Qatar in 2022. This will be the first World Cup held in the Arab world. The FIFA survey found that over 50% of players in the upcoming European Championships and African Nations Cup finals will be using an online platform to gamble.
FIFA and FIFPRO’s
FIFA and FIFPRO, the world governing body for football and the global players’ union, respectively, have joined forces to tackle hate speech on social media.
The initiative will see the two organizations work together to raise awareness of the issue and educate players, fans, and the broader public on how best to combat it.
Qatar 2022: FIFA to use AI to detect online hate speech aimed at players
FIFA has announced that it will use artificial intelligence (AI) to see online hate speech aimed at players during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
The move comes as part of FIFA and FIFPRO’s new initiative to combat social media hate speech, which was announced earlier this year.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said: “FIFA is committed to using the power of football to build a better future for all. That includes tackling discrimination in all its forms, including online hate speech.
“We are proud to be partnering with FIFPRO on this important initiative, which will help us create a better, more inclusive environment for everyone who loves football.”
FIFPRO general secretary Theo van Seggelen added: “Social media should be a force for good in the world, but all too often, it is used as a platform for hatred and bigotry.
“This partnership with FIFA will help us educate players, fans, and the wider public about the importance of combating hate speech online. We hope it will make social media a safer and more enjoyable for everyone.”
The initiative will include educational materials, including an e-learning module, which will be available to all players and football stakeholders worldwide.
It will also see FIFA and FIFPRO work together to tackle hate speech at specific events, such as the FIFA World Cup.
This is a welcome move from both organizations and will hopefully help make social media a safer and more enjoyable place for everyone.
The impacts of hate speech and actions you can take to help stop it, report it and support those affected.
What is hate speech?
Hate speech is any communication that could be considered threatening, abusive, or insulting. It targets a person or group based on race, ethnic origin, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or another characteristic.
What are the consequences of hate speech?
Hate speech can lead to discrimination, exclusion, and even violence. It can also hurt mental health and wellbeing.
How can you help stop hate speech?
If you see or hear hate speech, you can report it to the social media platform where it was posted or to the police. You can also support those who have been affected by it and help to raise awareness of the issue.
What is FIFA doing to combat hate speech?
FIFA has announced that it will use artificial intelligence (AI) to detect online hate speech aimed at players during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The move comes as part of FIFA and FIFPRO’s new initiative to combat social media hate speech, which was announced earlier this year.
What is FIFPRO doing to combat hate speech?
FIFPRO is working with FIFA to raise awareness of the issue and educate players, fans, and the broader public on how best to combat it. This includes providing educational materials, such as an e-learning module, which will be available to all players and football stakeholders worldwide. FIFPRO is also working with FIFA to tackle hate speech at specific events, such as the FIFA World Cup.
The FIFA study found that half of the players in Euro 2020 and AFCON finals
ignored medication prescribed to them by their respective national teams’ doctors.FIFA has released findings from a study that shows over half of all players. Who participated in the Euro 2020 and Africa Cup of Nations finals were the target of online abuse.
The study, which FIFPro and the University of Brighton carried out, found that 54% of active players on social media during the tournaments received at least one abusive message.
Of those who were abused, 43% said they had received death threats. While 7% said they had been the target of racist abuse.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said that the findings of the study “shocked and disgusted” him and that FIFA is committed to taking action to combat online abuse.
“We will not tolerate this kind of behavior,” he said. “We will do everything we can to stamp out this disgusting phenomenon.”
Theo van Seggelen, general secretary of FIFPro, added: “Social media should be a force for good in the world. But all too often, it is used as a platform for abuse and harassment.
“This has to stop. Players should be able to enjoy the same rights online as they do offline. And we will continue to work with FIFA and other stakeholders to make this a reality.”
If you are a player who has been the target of online abuse. You can report it to FIFA’s new anti-discrimination platform, Farenet.org.
Conclusion
Hate speech is a severe problem that can lead to discrimination, exclusion, and even violence. It is essential to be aware of the issue and take action to stop it. FIFA and FIFPRO’s new initiative is a welcome step in the right direction. And will hopefully make social media safer and more enjoyable for everyone.