Infonomics 2.0 Facts Still Matter 2026

Infonomics 2.0 Facts Still Matter – Conference is a timely and important youth-focused event taking place at the Radisson Blu Royal Dublin Hotel on Tuesday, 17 November, featuring a keynote address from renowned journalist and entrepreneur Mark Little. At a time when misinformation, disinformation, fake news and propaganda increasingly shape how young people understand the world, the conference will explore how we can protect and strengthen young people’s right to accurate, reliable and trustworthy information. Bringing together policymakers, youth workers, academics and practitioners, the event will examine the challenges and opportunities presented by social media, artificial intelligence and emerging digital technologies.

Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, plenary sessions and interactive workshops, the conference will provide a platform to debate, inform and help shape the future of youth information in Ireland, ensuring young people are equipped with the skills, support and confidence needed to navigate today’s complex information landscape and participate fully in society and democracy.

This event is hosted by Youth Work Ireland as part of the European Youth Information Conferences, in association with the Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU.

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Infonomics: Facts Matter - 2023

The Infonomics – Facts Matter International Conference, held on 4–5 October 2023 at the Ballykisteen Hotel in Tipperary, brought together youth information professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders from Ireland and across Europe to discuss quality practice and innovation in youth information services. The conference explored key issues such as misinformation, disinformation, youth participation, digital innovation, quality standards, and the future of youth information provision. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, workshops, and networking events, delegates examined how reliable information could support young people in making informed decisions and participating fully in society. The event also showcased innovative youth information initiatives, highlighted European policy developments, and emphasised the importance of collaboration in addressing emerging challenges in the youth information sector.
 

The conference was premised on the principle that information and being informed is a precursor to participation in all its’ senses.

“In particular, young people require access to high quality information to make informed decisions in their own lives. The Infonomics Conference promises to deliver valuable insights into how we can improve youth  information provision.”  Roderic O’Gorman, Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth of Ireland

International Conference on Quality Practice and Innovation in the Delivery of Youth Information