Brandplay Launches “Weh? Campaign” To Defend Communities Against Fake News

In today’s fast-moving digital world, misinformation spreads faster than the truth. To confront this urgent challenge, Brandplay has launched the Weh? Campaign: #InfluencersInfluencing to Stop the Spread of Fake News, a nationwide initiative urging Filipinos to pause, doubt, and think twice before believing or sharing online content. The campaign is also our way of helping Filipinos develop critical thinking by learning to verify information first before sharing or believing it.

The core message of the Weh? Campaign is clear: do not believe fake news immediately, and do not engage with suspicious information circulating online. Using photos and statements shared with permission, the campaign challenges people to become more discerning and responsible digital citizens. Every post carries weight, and every click has consequences, highlighting the critical role individuals play in preventing the harm caused by misinformation.

“Our mission is simple: empower Filipinos to stop, think, and question what they encounter online,” said Fritz Cruz, Head of Brandplay. “Fake news thrives on mindless sharing. By encouraging people to pause and raise doubts, we are turning the culture of quick clicks into one of mindful action.”

The campaign employs striking visual cues, such as the “Weh?” expression in photos, to signal doubt and disbelief. This creative approach transforms questioning into a cultural statement, reinforcing that skepticism is not only acceptable but essential in today’s information environment.

Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, the Weh? Campaign supports the global push for stronger institutions built on truth, transparency, and accountability.

By encouraging people to recognize questionable content, the campaign reframes doubt as a form of digital defense, transforming hesitation into power and skepticism into protection for communities against the spread of false information.

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