Facebook is supporting the global public health community’s work to keep people safe and informed during the coronavirus public health crisis. Facebook is also working to address the long-term impacts by supporting industries in need and making it easier for people to find and offer help in their communities.
Here’s an overview of how Facebook is providing access to accurate information, supporting relief efforts and keeping people connected.
1. Ensuring everyone has access to accurate information and removing harmful content
- Connecting people to credible information on Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp
- Combating COVID-19 misinformation across our apps
- Investing $100 million in the news industry and supporting fact-checkers
- Prohibiting exploitative tactics in ads and banning ads for medical face masks, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes and COVID-19 test kits
2. Supporting health and economic relief efforts
- Matching $20 million in donations to support COVID-19 relief efforts and donating $25 million to support healthcare workers on the front line
- Investing $100 million in small businesses and making it easier for people to support their local businesses
- Supporting global health organizations with free ads and more
- Empowering partners with data and tools
3. Keeping people connected
- Making it easier for people to request or offer help in their communities
- Helping local governments and emergency health organizations reach people on Facebook and Messenger, and collaborate using Workplace for free
- Sharing resources and tips for people working remotely
- Keeping our apps stable and reliable
