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Saturday, August 31, 2024

Travel Sector Now Can Control Its Digital Presence with Modern Solutions from Reputation House

Reputation House's new services help businesses within the travel and hospitality sector to take full control of their online presence.

Reputation House now offers a new set of modern and comprehensive online reputation management services. This set of tools is focused on companies and personal brands operating within the HoReCa and travel business sectors. The new services will help brands of different sizes to excel their digital presence.

The new service, called ‘Online Presence Control,’ includes eight key components:

●     Reputation Audit: A thorough assessment of the company's current online reputation.

●     Mass Media Mention and Social Media Monitoring System: Comprehensive tracking of mentions across news outlets and social media platforms.

●     Daily Monitoring: Continuous surveillance of online activity related to the company.

●     Alert System: Customizable notifications for specific keywords or phrases, enabling swift responses to critical mentions.

●     SaaS Products from Reputation House: AI-powered solutions designed to protect and improve the company’s reputation.

●     Live Tech Support: Immediate technical assistance to address any issues or concerns.

●     Weekly Reports: Detailed summaries of online activity and reputation status.

●     A personal manager to oversee and guide the reputation management process.

Dima Raketa, CEO of Reputation House, commented, ‘Before offering a new set of services, we conducted thorough research analyzing the travel industry impacted by reputation challenges the most worldwide. Thus, we created a solution with a particular focus on digital image and the level of presence in the web. We believe that having the right tools to manage and protect your brand image is essential. Our new offerings reflect our commitment to innovation and excellence in reputation management.’

Today, Reputation House specializes in detecting issues and fixing online performance: Search Engine Reputation Management (SERM), online mentions’ monitoring, online reputation analytics, lead generation, deleting information from websites and search engines, and evaluating digital engagement and coverage. For over 10 years Reputation House has secured online reputation for more than 1,000 international companies that include governments, corporations, companies, NGOs, and individuals.

To learn more about Reputation House and its services, visit the website.

About Reputation House

Reputation House is one of the leading online reputation management agencies with offices in UAE, Hong Kong, and the USA. The agency specializes in detecting issues and fixing online performance: Search Engine Reputation Management (SERM), online mentions' monitoring, online reputation analytics, lead generation, deleting information from websites and search engines, and evaluating digital engagement and coverage.

For over 10 years Reputation House has secured online reputation for more than 1000 international companies that include governments, corporations, companies, NGOs, and individuals.


Revolutionizing the Future: The Return of UMALOHOKAN FEST this December 2024 – A Grand Convergence of Content Creators and Influencers


Wazzup Pilipinas!?


In a digital age where the power of information knows no bounds, a legendary gathering is set to make its triumphant return. Prepare for an unforgettable experience as the UMALOHOKAN FEST Influencers and Content Creators Year-end Meetup cum Christmas Party returns this December 2024 at the prestigious World Trade Center in Pasay City, coinciding with the illustrious World Bazaar Festival.

In a nod to the storied past of precolonial Philippines, the term "Umalohokan" harks back to the revered town criers who once traversed the barangays, ensuring the voice of the Datu was heard across the land. Today, this ancient role is reimagined, embodied by modern-day influencers and content creators who shape narratives in the ever-evolving online and social media landscape. They are the torchbearers of a new era, revolutionizing how brand awareness and promotional campaigns reach a global audience.

The UMALOHOKAN FEST 2024 promises to be more than just an event; it is a call to arms for those who wield influence in the digital realm. This year-end celebration will unite the brightest minds and most creative voices in the industry, forging alliances that will redefine the future of content creation and information dissemination.

Wazzup Pilipinas, Ganda Negosyo and Red Cloud Interactive are the trailblazers in this movement. We will once again open our doors for collaboration, sponsorship, and partnership opportunities. This is an invitation to be part of something monumental, a chance to amplify your impact and leave an indelible mark on the digital world.

Don’t miss this chance to be part of history in the making. Join us as we converge, collaborate, and celebrate the unstoppable force that is today’s digital community.

For collaboration, sponsorship, and partnership inquiries, please reach out to Wazzup Pilipinas, Ganda Negosyo and zRed Cloud Interactive:

Email: WazzupPilipinas@gmail.com
Mobile/Viber: +639473820042

About Wazzup Pilipinas, Ganda Negosyo and Red Cloud Interactive:
Wazzup Pilipinas, Ganda Negosyo and Red Cloud Interactive are pioneering online platforms in the Philippines, dedicated to empowering content creators and influencers through innovative collaborations, events, and initiatives that shape the future of digital media.

This December, the UMALOHOKAN FEST will echo across the digital landscape, reminding us all that the power of the word is mightier than ever. Be there, be heard, be unforgettable.


Event schedule details? 


We'll update you as soon as we have the final date so be sure to get back to us soon!

Friday, August 30, 2024

Empowering Youth: The Critical Role of Media and Information Literacy

 

This is the first part of the four-part series Empowering Vulnerable Populations through Media and Information Literacy. This article focuses on Filipino youths. It will discuss the importance of Media and Information Literacy (MIL) for the youth. Also, it will elaborate on how MIL can empower them to navigate the digital age safely and responsibly.

In the complex and interconnected digital world, vulnerable youth face unique challenges in keeping themselves safe from bad actors that lurk online. 

Since they have less agency and less discretion on the media they are consuming, they are considered easy targets by wrongdoers. 

Since these vulnerable groups often lack the resources and education needed to effectively interpret media, they are more susceptible to exploitation and misinformation. Thus, media and information literacy (MIL) is crucial to equip them with the skills to critically access, analyze, and evaluate media content. These skills foster safer and more informed online experiences, in particular those who face heightened risks and barriers. 

The Power of MIL for Vulnerable Youth

The common cyber challenges that Filipino youths face include misinformation, cyberbullying, and online exploitation. They are easy targets simply because they lack digital literacy skills to combat these risks. That is where the role of media and information literacy comes in. These skills enable them to understand their online rights, to navigate the digital landscape responsibly, and to make informed decisions.

For example, these youths can avoid scams simply because they can distinguish whether the sales page they are exposed to is credible or not. Another one, they can alert social media companies that they have been harassed online and the said companies will take action simply because these youths know they have the right to be protected from bad actors in the digital space.

When vulnerable youths know what risks they face in using media and how to protect themselves from danger, their guardians could heap a sigh of relief that their wards are on a good digital experience.

Addressing the Challenges

Vulnerable youth often encounter significant obstacles in accessing and interpreting media. These challenges may include limited digital access, lower literacy levels, and susceptibility to misinformation and online risks. Imagine where children are not exposed to gadgets simply because their parents cannot afford them. Then, they reach a certain age where they can afford to get gadgets like mobile phones or tablets. The likelihood they may face online exploitation like scams and misinformation on certain narratives is high simply because they were not trained to use digital resources and were not trained in digital literacy at a young age. 

In short, socioeconomic factors, education levels, and technology access significantly impact their ability to navigate the online world safely. 

So how to address these challenges? First, make it accessible for every family to have digital resources and internet connectivity. Governments should invest in manufacturing cheaper technology that the general population could avail of and ensure that there are enough subsidies to build internet towers in every city. Of course, this will take time but industrialization for the sake of global competitiveness in general should be the main driver to trickle down MIL investments.

However, our policy-makers could make short-term solutions while the country is far beyond industrialization. These include education and community initiatives.

Empowering Through Education

MIL education is vital to empower vulnerable youth. When MIL is incorporated into school programs, children will learn the skillsets attached to the said subject. 

However, there must be some avenues to validate and practice such learning. These include workshops and community engagements. They can equip students with the tools to critically assess media content and to navigate the digital world confidently.

Building Effective MIL Programs

To build effective MIL programs, there should be collaboration among schools, community organizations, and policymakers. Understand that MIL education in itself is an interconnected system so it is a must that people contribute their part to make it work.

Now, how to ensure that MIL programs are successful for vulnerable youth? These programs must be accessible, relevant, and engaging.  It should also be complemented with technology to enhance MIL education. However, as discussed in previous articles, there are some challenges in pursuit of this program so accessibility and inclusivity should always be a priority.

Moreover, teachers should also be empowered and well-financed in the said programs because they are the key determinants in the success of MIL education.

A Call to Action

Empowering the vulnerable Filipino youths through MIL fosters a more informed, resilient, and inclusive Philippines where everyone can access the digital world safely and responsibly.

When policymakers and educators prioritize MIL initiatives for vulnerable youths, they can create a future where every Filipino can access and engage with media confidently and critically, regardless of his circumstances. This empowerment is vital for a safer and more informed online experience for all.

Hence, stakeholders should champion MIL education through supportive policies, resource allocation, and continuous training for educators. 



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