There's a lot to be said about free speech as an important cornerstone of a free and fair society. But does that mean that all speech is protected? Well, no. Some speech can incite harm on our community. Find out why conspiracy theorists are using this topic as
It's highly illegal, but what else is stopping people voting twice in a General Election? It's gonna waste both votes. And the safeguard is good old paper records. Read on to find out more. It’s true that you can go to more than one polling
CW: In this article we will be diving into false and harmful conspiracy theories about the LQBTQIA+ community. We endeavour to give a quick explanation of the tactics used and correct misinformation. Let us know if you think we could address ideas in this article better. We like better. Really
Co-governance between Māori and the Crown has a long history in this country. So why has it been turned into an election issue for conspiracy theorist parties and an apocalyptic vision by an end-times preacher? Co-governance is a term referring to a range of ways to have Iwi representation on
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2023 General Election
Read the FACT Aotearoa guide to managing disruptive candidate meetings and debates during the Aotearoa New Zealand 2023 General Election.
2023 General Election
Open letter from FACT Aotearoa (Fight Against Conspiracy Theories) to the political parties in the 2023 General Election.
FACT Aotearoa in the Media
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Conspiracy Theories
Room 102 is a commercial space in Christchurch leased by a group that includes former National Front leader Kyle Chapman and former council candidates with links to Voices For Freedom, and others.
Conspiracy Theories
During the occupation at parliament and the local body elections, FACT Aotearoa’s small group of volunteers stood with others in an effort to counter extremists. Here we reflect on 2022; a year of grim vindication, but also of hope and progress in countering disinformation.
Conspiracy Theories
Aotearoa has its share of conspiracy theorists calling the government illegitimate and believing it needs to be replaced, and some are willing to use threats of violence to get what they want.
Conspiracy Theories
FACT thinks the low number of conspiracy theorist candidates elected is a good result for democracy. Our work, and the work of journalists, has exposed many undeclared beliefs. We think that strong reporting and intense scrutiny did make a difference.