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1st INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
INFORMATION DISORDER–2026

Combating Disinformation, Fake News, and Hate Speech in the Age of AI

Dates: 07 & 08 December 2026
Venue: Bahria University, E-8 Campus, Islamabad, Pakistan

 

 Concept Note

This conference aims to bring together scholars, policymakers, media professionals, and technology experts to explore the growing challenges posed by digital misinformation. In an era where false narratives, propaganda, and online hate speech are rapidly shaping public opinion, the conference seeks to foster critical discussions on the role of social media, artificial intelligence, and digital governance in combating information disorder. Participants will engage in interdisciplinary dialogues on fact-checking mechanisms, regulatory policies, media literacy, and the ethical responsibilities of digital platforms. By addressing the social, political, and technological dimensions of disinformation, the conference aspires to develop sustainable solutions that promote truth, digital integrity, and responsible communication in an increasingly polarized world.

Conference Themes

    •        Fake News, Misinformation and Disinformation in the Digital Age
    •        Political Communication and the Spread of Propaganda
    •        Digital Methods and Approaches in Media and Communication Research
    •        Digital Storytelling and Narrative Manipulation
    •        Climate Change Communication and Media Narratives
    •        Social Media and Online Communities in the Digital Era
    •        Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) in Media
    •        AI and Digital Advertising and Marketing
    •        AI in Journalism and News Media
    •        AI and Data Analytics in Media

International Keynote Speakers

Name

Affiliation & Country

Prof. Dr. Amiso George

Texas Christian University, Texas, USA

Prof. Dr. Dianna Sellnow

Clemson University, USA

Prof. Dr. Svetlana S. Bodrunova

St. Petersburg State University, Russia

Prof. Dr. Audra Diers-Lawson

Kristiania University, Norway

Prof. Dr. Surinderpal Kaur

University of Malaya, Malaysia

Dr. Kevin Naidoo

University of Zululand, South Africa

Dr. Wasim Ahmed

University of Hull, UK

Prof. Dr. Florian Meissner

Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences, Germany

Conference Activities / Daily Schedule

Day-01

Activity

Time

Opening Ceremony

9:00 am – 10:00 am

Tea / Networking

10:00 am – 10:30 am

1st Plenary Session

10:30 am – 11:30 am

1st Parallel Session

11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Lunch & Prayer

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

2nd Plenary Session

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

2nd Parallel Session

3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Startups / Posters / Photo Exhibitions

Throughout the Conference

 

Day-2

Activity

Time

3rd  Plenary Session

9:00 am – 10:00 am

3rd  Parallel Session

10:00 am – 11:30 am

Tea Break

11:30 am – 12:00 pm

Closing

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

City Tour

1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

 

Important Dates

Particular

Date / Details

Submission Deadline

25 October 2026

Notification Due

15 November 2026

Registration Deadline

25 November 2026

Conference Dates

07–08 December 2026

Venue

Bahria University, E-8 Campus, Islamabad, Pakistan

Registration Fee

Category

Fee

Students (on-site)

PKR 2500

Professionals (on-site)

PKR 3000

International Presenters (on-site)

USD 50

Online Presenters (local)

PKR 1500

Online Presenters (International)

USD 40

Participants (Local)

PKR 1500

Participants (International)

USD 30

 

Conference Registration Includes

    •        Meals (Breakfasts, Lunches, Coffee Breaks and Drinks)
    •        Conference Program Book
    •        Conference Abstract e-Book
    •        Conference Proceedings e-Book
    •        Name Tag
    •        Certificate of Participation
    •        Conference Bag

Conference Organizing Team

Designation / Name

Responsibility

Dean

Patron-in-Chief

Principal

Patron

HOD

Chair

Dr. Mohsin Hassan Khan

Conference Director

Dr. Abdul Basit

Secretary

Dr. Qamar Abbas

Scientific Committee Lead

Dr. Tehmina Ashfaq

Conference Proceedings Team Lead

Dr. Ashfaq

Finance Team Lead

Dr. Tabinda Sadiq

Registrations Team Lead

Dr. Abid Ali Butt

Advertising, Sponsors, Marketing / Social Media Lead

Ms. Farwa & Mr. Akram

Refreshment Team Lead

Mr. Abdul Rehman

Conference Material, Bags, Designing, etc. Team Lead

Mr. Akram

Conference Day Coverage


Prepared by:

Department of Media Studies
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Bahria University, Islamabad Campus