Call for Applications: Media Literacy Training for West African Young Professionals
• Location: West Africa (Specific locations/format may vary; details will be provided to selected participants).
• Opportunity: A comprehensive media literacy training program designed to empower young professionals in West Africa. This intensive training will equip participants with the critical skills necessary to navigate the complex media landscape, identify misinformation, and promote responsible information consumption. Participants will engage in interactive workshops, practical exercises, and discussions led by experienced media professionals and trainers.
• Focus: The training will cover a range of topics, including:
• Identifying different types of media and their impact
• Recognizing bias and propaganda
• Fact-checking and verifying information
• Developing critical thinking skills
• Understanding the ethical considerations of media production and consumption
• Using digital tools responsibly
• Target Audience: Young professionals (ages 18-35) residing in West African countries who are passionate about media literacy and its role in fostering informed and engaged citizens. Candidates from diverse backgrounds, including media practitioners, educators, community leaders, and civil society representatives, are encouraged to apply.
• Benefits: Participants will gain valuable knowledge and skills, network with other professionals in the region, and become advocates for media literacy in their respective communities. Successful completion of the program will be recognized with a certificate of participation.
• Deadline: January 15, 2024
• Application: For more information and to apply, please visit: [insert link here] (Note: No link was provided in your prompt, so please insert the relevant link).
• Note: Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection.
Link: https://www.icfj.org/our-work/media-literacy-training-west-african-young-professionals
