UCSI Journalism School to address democracy and AI in Assisi

The UCSI (Unione Cattolica della Stampa Italiana) School for Young Journalists will take place in Assisi from October 30 to November 1. The event, themed ‘At the service of Democracy: instructions for free journalists’, aims to examine the role of journalism in contemporary society.

Professor Francesco Pira of the University of Messina will play a leading role, moderating a discussion on democracy in crisis and verified information featuring Professor Roberto Barbeito from Universidad Rey Juan Carlos. Pira will also lead a workshop titled ‘New disintermediated narratives: AI and social media between disinformation and hidden truths’, focusing on the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence on communication processes.

Other notable participants include UCSI National President Vincenzo Varagona, Vice President Maria Luisa Sgobba, journalist Gigio Rancilio, and Rai presenter Francesca Fialdini.