Misinformation, Disinformation, Communication and Impact Assessment

Date: 19-22 May, 2026

Venue: Québec City, Canada

About the event.

Building Trust in Environmental Assessment
Public trust in governments, media, and science has been eroded by misinformation, disinformation, and polarization. Environmental assessment practitioners face the challenge of communicating complex, fact-based science in a way that resonates with diverse audiences while addressing emotional and ideological concerns.

This conference explores strategies to strengthen transparency, inclusivity, and credibility in environmental assessments. Key themes include:

• Communicating complex data clearly to build trust.
• Engaging communities, including Indigenous peoples, in meaningful dialogue.
• Improving environmental science and regulatory literacy.
• Using digital tools for interactive monitoring and reporting.
• Enhancing professional recognition to reinforce credibility.
• Combating misinformation and its impacts.

Learn More: https://2026.iaia.org/