A step-by-step guide to creating persuasive counter-narratives and refutations.

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📋 STEP BY STEP

Here’s how you can use Change Agent to craft effective counter-narratives and refutations.

Step 1: Identify the Narrative or Claim

Identify the narrative or claim that you want to refute. This could be a misleading statement, a false claim, or a biased perspective.

Step 2: Upload Relevant Information to Change Agent

Upload relevant information about the narrative or claim to Change Agent. This can include text from articles, research papers, or expert opinions.

To upload the information as a file

• • Click the “+” symbol to the left of the prompt window
  • Choose your file

•  To load the information from a webpage
  • Copy the entire URL (NOTE: if the URL is for a Google Doc or other cloud service, make sure that sharing is set to “Anybody with the link”)
  • Type “#” into the Change Agent prompt window and paste your URL immediately after the “#”
  • Click on the gray dialog window that says #[URL] to load the information

Step 3: Prompt Change Agent to Draft a Counter-Narrative or Refutation

Provide a baseline prompt such as "Create a counter-narrative to [NARRATIVE OR CLAIM] based on [RELEVANT INFORMATION]." Regenerate the answer at least five times to explore different tone and style options.

Step 4: Review & Revise

Choose the counter-narrative or refutation that resonates most with your goals and audience. Ask follow-up prompts to refine the messaging, such as "Add more evidence to support this claim" or "Use a more persuasive tone."

Step 5: Finalize and Distribute

Review and finalize your counter-narrative or refutation, then distribute it through various channels, such as social media, email, or in-person presentations.

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📘 BACKGROUND

Current Process

Traditional methods of crafting counter-narratives and refutations often involve a team of researchers, writers, and strategists working together to develop content. This process can be time-consuming and may result in generic messaging that fails to resonate with specific audiences.

Opportunity

Crafting effective counter-narratives and refutations is crucial for challenging misleading information and promoting truth. However, this can be a daunting task, especially when trying to address complex or nuanced issues. Change Agent offers an innovative solution by enabling individuals to quickly generate high-quality, customized counter-narratives and refutations that speak directly to their target audience’s concerns.

By using Change Agent, individuals can ensure that their counter-narratives and refutations are not only well-researched but also persuasive and engaging. This includes providing evidence-based information, using clear language, and incorporating diverse perspectives.

Benefits

• 90% reduction in research time
• Customized counter-narratives and refutations for every audience segment
• Increased effectiveness in challenging misleading information