> Memes featuring a Shiba Inu became part of internet folklore a decade ago, but Russia’s invasion in Ukraine has turned it into a symbol of resistance to Kremlin disinformation that has also attracted the interest of Lithuanian politicians and activists.
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> The North Atlantic Fella Organization (NAFO), a decentralised community of activists on social media, has emerged as a prominent force countering false or misleading Russian information through sarcasm, mockery, and memes.
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> Formed more than a year ago, the group also encourages donations to pro-Ukraine initiatives.
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> As a token of appreciation, NAFO members draw personalised avatars – pictures of the internet’s beloved Shiba Inu – for individuals who contribute. These avatars serve as illustrations for their social media profiles.
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> Despite never having met in person, the community has decided to hold its first-ever NAFO summit in Vilnius on the eve of the NATO meeting, solidifying its commitment to combating Russian disinformation.
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> Memes featuring a Shiba Inu became part of internet folklore a decade ago, but Russia’s invasion in Ukraine has turned it into a symbol of resistance to Kremlin disinformation that has also attracted the interest of Lithuanian politicians and activists.
>
> The North Atlantic Fella Organization (NAFO), a decentralised community of activists on social media, has emerged as a prominent force countering false or misleading Russian information through sarcasm, mockery, and memes.
>
> Formed more than a year ago, the group also encourages donations to pro-Ukraine initiatives.
>
> As a token of appreciation, NAFO members draw personalised avatars – pictures of the internet’s beloved Shiba Inu – for individuals who contribute. These avatars serve as illustrations for their social media profiles.
>
> Despite never having met in person, the community has decided to hold its first-ever NAFO summit in Vilnius on the eve of the NATO meeting, solidifying its commitment to combating Russian disinformation.
>
> …