Why does disinformation around COVID and vaccines spread so easily? Is there a link between anti-vax movements and the far Right? And how can the media ensure that the public gets accurate information? openDemocracy is hosting a live discussion with experts trying to work out what really lies behind the fear of vaccines. Join us for this free event on 4 February at 5pm UK time/12pm EST.

Panelists:

Chamila Liyanage - Specialist on terrorism and political violence, Centre for Analysis of the Radical Right

Tim Nguyen - Head of unit in the global infectious hazard preparedness department of the WHO health emergencies programme

Jon Roozenbeek - Postdoctoral fellow at the department of psychology at the University of Cambridge

Mary Fitzgerald (Chair) - Editor-in-chief, openDemocracy