BECID, the Baltic Engagement Centre for Combating Information Disorders, is a dedicated initiative operating across Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, aimed at tackling disinformation and enhancing digital literacy. Coordinated by the esteemed University of Tartu, this network encompasses four universities, various fact-checking organizations, and a non-profit entity, the Baltic Centre for Media Excellence. Supported by the European Commission and linked with the European Digital Media Observatory (EDMO), BECID’s mission is to unite experts in fact-checking, media literacy, and academic research to detect and counter disinformation campaigns effectively.

The center focuses on conducting regular fact-checks, analyzing disinformation trends, and executing media literacy campaigns tailored to various age groups. Key activities include studies on audience perceptions of disinformation and providing vital resources to both mainstream and local media, as well as governmental bodies. By fostering collaboration among academia and media professionals, BECID strives to create a resilient information ecosystem in the Baltics.