Countering misinformation through verification-based reporting
The Center for Investigative Reporting (CIR) in collaboration with the Addu Women’s Association (AWA) calls for applications from Maldivian journalists to counter misinformation through verification-based storytelling.
Applicants are required to duly fill the online application form and upload two samples of in depth reports/or add story links in support of the application.
The selected 15 journalists will undergo a short orientation program and will be supported by a panel of senior mentors from Sri Lanka and Maldives in the development of their stories.
Selected journalists are required to publish at least one fact-checked story within a specified time.
Women journalists are strongly encouraged to apply.
Interested candidates shall apply online on or before 20 January 2021.
Only those selected will be contacted.
Application Link/Form:
This initiative is supported by the High Commission of Canada to Sri Lanka and Maldives under the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI).
