How do I know if I'm targeted?
Learn how to recognize online ads. Always think about the source!
Recognize ads on different platforms
Google Search
Do not associated reliability of a website with how high it is on a Google search. Orgs can pay money to make their content appear.
AI
AI is not reliable when it comes to Palestine. Orgs can pay money to make AI more likely to read their content.
YouTube
Always check suggestions and banners for the word "ad" or "suggested".
YouTube
Check the sidebar for "ad" or "sponsored". You may be getting suggested content because someone is paying for you to see it.
Always check stories, reels, and posts for the word "sponsored" or "ad".
Posts, reels, and stories can all be ads. Check for the words "sponsored" or "ad".
Remember, Palestinian Christians and Muslims know the most about their own situation.
Think critically about the source when someone is telling you about Palestine, even when it is us. When you hear about Christian persecution in the Middle East, ask yourself who is telling you about. We have to be open to hearing what Christians in the region are saying is their most pressing issue, even when it doesn't align with our preconceived notions.