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Saturday, May 9
 

11:30am EDT

How Social Media Algorithms Amplify Hate Speech: Case Study of Sudanese Refugees in Cairo
Saturday May 9, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
This 90-minute hands-on workshop explores how major social media algorithms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X) actively amplify hate speech targeting Sudanese refugees in Cairo.
Speakers
avatar for Eslam Hamedan

Eslam Hamedan

Founder, Marketology Digitx Lab
Sudanese blogger Since 2007, E-marketing specializes and human rights activist, Co-founder of Sudanese bloggers network without borders, a member of Arab blogs and a founding member of the Arab Women's Parliament.
Bachelor's of Administrative Sciences from the Open University of S... Read More →
Saturday May 9, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
601B 6th floor

2:45pm EDT

Using satellite imagery for journalism: From the basics to AI
Saturday May 9, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm EDT
Using satellite imagery for journalism: From the basics to AI;  Description: Satellite imagery is an increasingly important part of the journalistic process, especially when reporting resources on the ground are limited. However, it can feel technically and financially out of reach to small newsrooms. In this workshop, we introduce the basics of satellite imagery for journalism using free tools, and then experiment with AI tools that are changing how scientists and journalists use satellite imagery.
Speakers
avatar for Logan Williams

Logan Williams

Technology Officer, Bellingcat

Saturday May 9, 2026 2:45pm - 4:15pm EDT
601B 6th floor

4:30pm EDT

Making Vertical Video: A Hands-on Workshop
Saturday May 9, 2026 4:30pm - 6:00pm EDT
A 90 minute workshop on getting started with vertical video from writing, to shooting and publishing. 
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Saks

Lauren Saks

Executive Editor, LNI Media
I make social news videos for audiences that may not get their news from traditional sources. I work with Dave Jorgenson and Micah Gelman to deliver the news to YouTube, TikTok and Instagram through daily shorts. We also help newsrooms and non-profits develop their social video strategies... Read More →
avatar for Micah Gelman

Micah Gelman

CEO, Local News International
Micah Gelman is a media executive with more than 25 years’ experience in online video and cable and broadcast television.
 
For the last decade, Micah was Head of Video for The Washington Post, where he is responsible for all editorial and business functions. Micah led a 75-person team publishing long and short-form video. He created Washington Post Universe, the open-source based Visual Investigations... Read More →
Saturday May 9, 2026 4:30pm - 6:00pm EDT
601B 6th floor
 
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