Overview
The Information Disorder Workshop (InDor) is inviting submissions for its upcoming event, which will take place alongside the Language Resources and Evaluation Conference (LREC) in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. This workshop aims to address the critical issue of online disinformation, fostering interdisciplinary discussions and advancements in Natural Language Processing (NLP) research.
Background & Relevance
Online disinformation poses significant challenges to societies, influencing public opinion and behaviors. The NLP community is increasingly engaged in combating this issue through the development of datasets and technologies for identifying fake news. However, the field lacks a unified theoretical framework, leading to fragmented approaches. The workshop seeks to establish a common ground for research on disinformation, emphasizing the need to understand cultural factors and the contextual elements that contribute to the spread of false information.
Key Details
- Event: Information Disorder Workshop (InDor)
- Co-located with: LREC 2026
- Location: Palau de Congressos de Palma, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
- Dates: May 11-16, 2026
- Submission Deadline: February 17, 2026
- Notification of Acceptance: March 17, 2026
- Camera Ready Submission: March 30, 2026
- Workshop Date: May 12, 2026
- Website: Information Disorder Workshop
Eligibility & Participation
The workshop welcomes submissions from all researchers interested in the topic of disinformation. Participants are encouraged to share their insights and contribute to the collective understanding of this pressing issue. At least one author of each accepted paper must attend and present their work, either in-person or online.
Submission or Application Guidelines
Submissions should be made through the START page and must adhere to the following guidelines:
– Provide essential information about resources used in the research.
– Include an ethics statement in the paper, adhering to ethical research policies on AI.
– Papers must be submitted as PDF documents, following the formatting guidelines available on the LREC conference website.
– Types of submissions accepted include:
– Regular research papers (up to 8 pages)
– Non-archival submissions (not included in proceedings)
– Research communications (1-page abstracts)
– Papers rejected from ACL rolling review may also be submitted if they fit the workshop’s focus.
More Information
The Information Disorder framework, introduced by Wardle and Derakhshan, serves as a foundation for organizing theories and approaches to study disinformation. The workshop aims to explore various topics, including interdisciplinary theoretical proposals, multiculturality in datasets, and real-world applications to combat false information. This initiative is crucial for advancing NLP research and developing effective strategies to address the challenges posed by disinformation.
Conclusion
The Information Disorder Workshop presents a valuable opportunity for researchers to engage in meaningful discussions about disinformation and contribute to the development of effective NLP solutions. Interested participants are encouraged to submit their work and join the conversation at LREC 2026. For further inquiries, contact the workshop organizers at s.frenda@hw.ac.uk.
Category: CFP & Deadlines
Tags: information disorder, nlp, lrec, disinformation, fake news, datasets, multiculturality, evaluation, machine learning, research, workshop, interdisciplinary
