{"id":1482,"date":"2026-06-12T12:36:56","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T12:36:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/becid.eu\/about-us\/"},"modified":"2026-06-12T12:36:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T12:36:56","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/becid.eu\/lv\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-el wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re bringing together the sharpest minds in fact-checking, media literacy, journalism, and research to take on disinformation from all angles. Our work is hands-on, data-driven, and designed to make a real impact across the Baltics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-el\">What do we actually do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-el wp-block-paragraph\">We run regular fact-checks in both private and public media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-el\">\n<li>We run regular fact-checks in both private and public media.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We dive into audience studies to understand how different groups perceive disinformation and track the trends shaping its spread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We roll out powerful media literacy campaigns that boost critical thinking and digital skills across generations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-el wp-block-paragraph\">Armed with these insights, our researchers are crafting a unified methodology to measure fact-checking impact and drafting a bold code of conduct for BECID fact-checkers. The endgame? To outsmart disinformation, strengthen public trust, and better shield vulnerable communities from its harmful effects.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"ama-block block-staff\"><div class=\"block__header\"><h2>Our team<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"block__body\"><h3>Estonia<\/h3><p class=\"is-child-title\">Delfi<\/h3><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Holger-Roonemaa-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Holger Roonemaa<\/p><p>Delfi Estonia Fact-Cheking Manager<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:holger.roonemaa@delfi.ee\">holger.roonemaa@delfi.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Ireene-Kilusk-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Ireene Kilusk<\/p><p>Delfi Estonia Fact-checker<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:ireene.kilusk@delfi.ee\">ireene.kilusk@delfi.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/marta-vuns-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Marta Vun\u0161<\/p><p>Delfi Estonia Fact-checker<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:marta.vuns@delfi.ee\">marta.vuns@delfi.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><p class=\"is-child-title\">University of Tartu<\/h3><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Marju-Himma-80x120.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Marju Himma<\/p><p>Principal Investigator<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:marju.himma@ut.ee\">marju.himma@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Gretel-Juhansoo-80x120.png\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Gretel Juhansoo<\/p><p>BECID Project Manager<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:gretel.juhansoo@ut.ee\">gretel.juhansoo@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Annette-Nordmann-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Annette-Nordmann-80x120.jpg 80w, https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Annette-Nordmann-570x855.jpg 570w, https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Annette-Nordmann-780x1170.jpg 780w, https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Annette-Nordmann-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Annette-Nordmann.jpg 1170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 80px) 100vw, 80px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Annette Nordmann<\/p><p>BECID Communication<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:annette.nordmann@ut.ee\">annette.nordmann@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Regina-Lapp-80x120.png\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Regina Lapp<\/p><p>Project Financial Manager<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:regina.lapp@ut.ee\">regina.lapp@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Lilian-Ariva-80x120.png\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Lilian Ariva<\/p><p>Media Literacy Specialist<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:lilian.ariva@ut.ee\">lilian.ariva@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/MaiaKlaassen1-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Maia Klaassen<\/p><p>Media Literacy Expert<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:maia.klaassen@ut.ee\">maia.klaassen@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Inger-Klesment-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Inger Klesment<\/p><p>Media Literacy Specialist<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:inger.klesment@ut.ee\">inger.klesment@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Maria-Murumaa-Mengel-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Maria Murumaa-Mengel<\/p><p>Senior Expert on Media Literacy<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:maria.murumaa@ut.ee\">maria.murumaa@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Uku-Kangur-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Uku Kangur<\/p><p>Junior Researcher<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:uku.kangur@ut.ee\">uku.kangur@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/kaarel-lott-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Kaarel Lott<\/p><p>Junior Researcher<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:kaarel.lott@ut.ee\">kaarel.lott@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Kristina-Seimann-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Kristina Seimann<\/p><p>Junior Researcher<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:kristina.seimann@ut.ee\">kristina.seimann@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sten-Torpan-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Sten Torpan<\/p><p>Researcher<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:sten.torpan@ut.ee\">sten.torpan@ut.ee<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ama-block block-staff\"><div class=\"block__body\"><h3>Latvia<\/h3><p class=\"is-child-title\">Re:Baltica<\/h3><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Evita-Purina-80x120.jpg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Evita Puri\u0146a<\/p><p>Head of fact-checking team at Re:Baltica<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:recheck@rebaltica.com\">recheck@rebaltica.com<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sanita-Jemberga-80x120.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Sanita Jemberga<\/p><p>Project Owner at Re:Baltica<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:rebaltica@rebaltica.com\">rebaltica@rebaltica.com<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Ieva-Strazdina-80x120.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Ieva Strazdi\u0146a<\/p><p>Project Administrative Manager at Re:Baltica<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:ieva@rebaltica.com\">ieva@rebaltica.com<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><p class=\"is-child-title\">BCME<\/h3><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Agnese-Eke-\u2013-Cesniece-80x120.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Agnese \u0112\u0137e \u2013 C\u0113sniece<\/p><p>BCME Project Manager<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:agnese.eke@bcme.eu\">agnese.eke@bcme.eu<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Gunta-Sloga-80x120.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Gunta Sloga<\/p><p>BCME Project Lead<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:gunta.sloga@bcme.eu\">gunta.sloga@bcme.eu<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ama-block block-staff\"><div class=\"block__body\"><h3>Lithuania<\/h3><p class=\"is-child-title\">Delfi<\/h3><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Ieva-Ivanauskaite-80x120.png\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"item__content\"><p class=\"is-title\">Ieva Ivanauskait\u0117<\/p><p>Delfi Lithuania Project Owner<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:ieva.ivanauskaite@delfi.lt\">ieva.ivanauskaite@delfi.lt<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"staff-member-item\"><div class=\"item__thumb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"80\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/becid.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Aiste-Meidute-80x120.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-img-80x120 size-img-80x120 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