Case Decisions and Policy Advisory Opinions
The Oversight Board reviews Meta’s content decisions to see if the company acted in line with its own policies, values and human rights commitments. The Board can choose to overturn or uphold Meta’s decision.
Case Decisions
All three types result in binding decisions that Meta must implement.
Standard
In-depth review of Meta’s decision to remove or allow a post, which includes recommendations.
Summary
Analysis of Meta’s original decision on a post when the company later changes its mind, after the Board selects the case for review.
Expedited
Rapid review of Meta’s decision on a post in exceptional situations with urgent real-world consequences.
Standard
Overturned
2020-005-FB-UA
Nazi quote
The Oversight Board has overturned Facebook's decision to remove a post which the company claims violated its Community Standard on dangerous individuals and organisations.
Standard
Overturned
2020-004-IG-UA
Breast cancer symptoms and nudity
The Oversight Board has overturned Facebook's decision to remove a post on Instagram.
Standard
Upheld
2020-003-FB-UA
Armenians in Azerbaijan
The Oversight Board has upheld Facebook's decision to remove a post containing a demeaning slur which violated Facebook's Community Standard on hate speech.
POLICY ADVISORY OPINIONS
Meta can also ask the Board for guidance on specific issues through policy advisory opinions. These are integrated into the company’s policy development process.
