Scientific Panel on Indexing the Information Environment

‍The Problem

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the information environment plays a pivotal role in shaping public understanding, influencing policies, and impacting global issues. The proliferation of misinformation, disinformation, and the manipulation of information for various strategic purposes have raised concerns about the integrity of the information environment. To effectively combat these challenges and promote informed decision-making, it is essential to develop sophisticated indexes and measurements that provide insights into the quality, reliability, and trustworthiness of information sources and platforms.

The IPIE's Approach

The Scientific Panel on Indexing the Information Environment endeavors to address the critical need for comprehensive assessment metrics in our rapidly evolving digital landscape. The panel's objectives include the development of a framework to identify key dimensions of a healthy information environment and the evaluation of existing global and cross-national indexes related to the information environment. By systematically reviewing current conceptualizations, operationalizations, and methodologies, the panel strives to propose a holistic framework and compile insights into existing indexes. This collaborative effort, driven by experts from various fields, aims to provide society and policymakers with invaluable metrics to evaluate and enhance the health and reliability of the global information ecosystem.