Experts urge Meta to rethink drug post removals

Dr Karen Sutherland explores social media’s role in drug education and Meta’s post removals for public health impacts

Australian health experts are calling on Meta to reconsider its removal of social media posts that aim to educate the public about dangerous illicit drugs. Authorities warn that these removals could hinder life-saving harm reduction information from reaching those who need it most.

Dr Karen Sutherland from Uni SC joins Ticker to discuss how Australian drug checking services use social media to spread awareness and the consequences of silencing these posts. The e-Safety Commissioner’s role and Meta’s justifications for removals are also explored.

The discussion covers potential changes these organisations are advocating for, alternative platforms for education, and how communities can support campaigns for better public health messaging online. Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker – https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker