We will now delve into the methodology that must be followed in any antirumours strategy undertaken at city level to guarantee a proper implementation. The first four actions are necessary to launch the strategy. Once the launching phase is completed, we will be in position to start designing and implementing antirumours actions. The evaluation of the strategy must be included in the strategy from the very beginning and in order to monitor and assess particular campaigns/projects or actions, the evaluation must be designed before their implementation.

 

 

Next, please take the time to familiarise yourself with pages 21-62 of the Antirumours Handbook. This section contains a very practical step-by-step guide on setting up the antirumours strategy including good practice examples from cities and it is advised to return to this section of the handbook when planning the strategy.

Take some minutes to consider the following questions which may help you identify areas to address:

  • The antirumours strategy works at the grassroots level. Which sectors, organisations and persons would it be important to engage in your city?
  • Which target groups could be interesting to involve in the campaign?

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5. Which are the key areas to identify once the political decision has been made to implement an antirumours strategy?

  • Why there are stereotypes and prejudice among your residents
  • Which parts of the city to carry out the campaigns in
  • (1)The main challenges for the city on diversity issues, the existing local policies and projects relating to the diversity management, and identifying the key civil society actors.

When designing an antirumours strategy we need to focus on a proper diagnosis of the city’s main challenges regarding diversity issues and should identify the existing initiatives and the key social actors that have important roles and expertise on these topics.

6. Who should be involved in the antirumours network?

  • (1)For example, cultural actors, teachers, youth, organisations, migrants etc.
  • The antirumours strategy should work only with specific organisations
  • The antirumours network should only involve professional actors

The creation of an antirumours network is one of the key elements of an antirumours strategy. This is a long-term city strategy that needs the engagement and involvement of a variety of social actors. There are many different ways to create, operate or manage this network. The network’s functions, performance, and size as well as the profile of its members, may differ a lot from place to place. Some are open to anyone who wants to participate, and others are more focused and limited to a more specific actor profile. Some networks are more formal, have various working groups and a well-defined action plan, while others are more informal and flexible but maintain a good level of participation.

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