In Lebanon's humanitarian system, rumours spread faster than official information, driving communities to act on unverified messages about aid cuts, registration changes, and returns. This CDAC Network report examines how harmful information circulates through informal networks—WhatsApp groups, religious leaders, former NGO staff—that fill gaps left by inaccessible official channels.

In times of emergency, finding reliable information online can be challenging. This tipsheet offers practical advice to help you identify trustworthy information and avoid misinformation.

As aid actors transition to an early recovery response in Libya, prioritising clear communication with communities will be crucial. Two bulletins provide a round-up of social media listening, media analytics and resources for practitioners; and recommendations for strengthening communication and community engagement in the response.

As communications blackouts continue to cut Gaza off from access to information and connectivity, CDAC Network issues an urgent call to let Gazans speak, connect with one another and make informed decisions.

This guide offers approaches, practices and tools to working with rumours and misinformation. It is aimed primarily at humanitarian programme managers and field staff to provide them with practical tips on how to work with rumours in their response programmes in a way that is achievable amid competing demands.