The Deputy Head of the European Union Office in Kosovo, Eva Palotova, joined representatives from NDI Kosovo, international partners, civil society, and the media today for the opening of the ninth edition of DISICON — the leading regional platform addressing information integrity in the digital era.
In her opening remarks, Palotova emphasized the EU’s commitment to combat efforts aimed at silencing women in politics through online harassment, deepfakes, and trolling. She highlighted that the use of artificial intelligence in electoral and political processes must be guided by ethical principles.
This year’s central theme — Elections, AI, and Ethics — was considered highly relevant, given the growing challenges of gendered disinformation in the Western Balkans. According to Palotova, this phenomenon continues to distort public debate and hinder the full participation of women in political life.
The EU Office in Kosovo reaffirmed its commitment to working with NDI Kosovo and other international and local organizations to build a digital ecosystem that protects rights, strengthens democracy, and ensures that technology serves as a tool for empowerment rather than as an instrument to silence women’s voices.
