

Published on: 05/02/2025
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The North Bend Public Library is offering a three-part workshop beginning Saturday, May 3, 2025, 1 to 3 p.m., on Media Literacy for teens and adults on the first Saturday of April, May, and June at 1:00 PM. During each session, facilitator Dr. Liam Gleason will lead a conversation focusing on the tools to navigate today’s complex media landscape and to act against misinformation and disinformation. Each session is designed to be engaging, inclusive, and politically neutral. The workshop is free to attend, and lunch will be provided. Registration is required as space is limited. Please register for our May session at https://forms.microsoft.com/r/MnGfnN6R7j. The workshop was made possible in part by a grant from Oregon Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Dr. Liam Gleason (they/them) is a biocultural anthropologist, data scientist, educator, and U.S. Air Force veteran with expertise in media literacy, community engagement, and nonprofit development. They specialize in making complex topics accessible and equipping communities with the tools to critically navigate today's information landscape. Their work focuses on fostering cooperation, combating misinformation, and empowering individuals through education. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this press release, do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
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