International Fact-Checking Network Global Fact-Checking Mentorship Program
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[The International Fact-Checking Network at the Poynter Institute](https://www.poynter.org/ifcn/) in partnership with [Meta](https://about.facebook.com/meta) is pleased to announce the launch of a global mentorship program that will leverage the expertise of member organizations in the peer-to-peer exchange of information. These programs will later be scaled to be offered to the wider IFCN community; deliverables for scaled training can include webinars, online courses, case studies, etc. Up to $450,000 will be awarded, with both mentors and mentees receiving compensation.
**Application deadline:** December 3, 2021
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the IFCN Global Fact-Checking Mentorship Program](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/international-fact-checking-network-global-fact-checking-mentorship-program/#h-benefits-of-the-ifcn-global-fact-checking-mentorship-program)
- [Eligibility Criteria IFCN Candidates](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/international-fact-checking-network-global-fact-checking-mentorship-program/#h-eligibility-criteria-ifcn-candidates)
- [Mentors:](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/international-fact-checking-network-global-fact-checking-mentorship-program/#h-mentors)
- [Mentees:](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/international-fact-checking-network-global-fact-checking-mentorship-program/#h-mentees)
- [How to Apply for the Program](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/international-fact-checking-network-global-fact-checking-mentorship-program/#h-how-to-apply-for-the-program)
## Benefits of the IFCN Global Fact-Checking Mentorship Program
[The International Fact-Checking Network](https://www.poynter.org/ifcn/) at the Poynter Institute will partner with [Meta](https://about.facebook.com/meta) to distribute $450,000 in grant support to support IFCN signatories to participate in a mentorship program.
It will match signatories to the IFCN with demonstrated expertise in specific topics with other IFCN signatory organizations with an interest in enhancing skill sets in those areas. Applicants must define their area of expertise and intended audience for impact. Mentorship topics may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- **Detecting misinformation on social media.** How to use monitoring tools and sourcing tips to identify potential misinformation.
- **Communicating fact checks with innovative formats.** How to use videos, podcasts, memes and other unique formats to communicate fact-checks to a wider audience.
- **Industry collaboration.** How to effectively partner with other fact-checking organizations and publishers, particularly during breaking news events, to better address misinformation.
- **Media literacy.** How to start media literacy campaigns and other initiatives to help local communities spot misinformation.
- **Training and operations.** How to build effective training programs and operational tactics to help fact-checking organizations better address misinformation.
- **Health and science misinformation.** How to approach scientific claims and create a system to increase an organization’s capacity to debunk health misinformation.
## Eligibility Criteria IFCN Candidates
#### Mentors:
- The program is open to IFCN signatories, fact-checking organizations as well as ecosystem partners that have demonstrated success or expertise in a given area.
- Mentors will be required to provide educational materials to support other fact-checkers & journalists
- Applications that include a partnership between an IFCN signatory and another organization will also be considered but would require an additional MOU which will be provided in the application
Demonstrated expertise is defined as **documented success in developing or implementing training and development on a core topic area.** Examples might include:
- Previous completed project in the subject area with success metrics
- Previously conducted training/teaching
- Existing training materials or curricula on the subject matter
- Public recognition or awards around the organizations establish success in a given area
#### Mentees:
All mentees must be signatories to the IFCN Code of Principles in good standings. They must also commit to completing all required training and assignments. More details on requirements for mentees will be provided when that application process kicks off in early 2022.
## How to Apply for the Program
Evaluation and final selection of applicant organizations will be conducted by an independent panel of judges with experience not just in fact-checking, journalism, and media literacy, but also in education and training.
Selected mentors will receive $50,000, distributed in payments outlined in the Terms and Conditions. Selected mentees will receive $5,000 upon completion of the training.
**If you have any questions regarding the application process please feel free to reach out to [factchecknet@poynter.org](mailto:factchecknet@poynter.org).**
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the International Fact-Checking Network Global Fact-Checking Mentorship Program?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the the stated level level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to the host country for the duration of the programme.
Is the International Fact-Checking Network Global Fact-Checking Mentorship Program fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.