The Self-Investigation is excited to announce the launch of a new initiative, the “Mental Health Leadership for Fact-Checkers” program. This program aims to provide comprehensive training and coaching for leaders in fact-checking organizations, addressing their unique mental health challenges in their roles.

The program spans over six months and is free of charge, thanks to the generous support of the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN). Fact-checking leaders will gain essential skills to foster a culture of mental health awareness within their teams.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: February 8, 2024 (23:59 PT)
• Result Announcement Dates: Within 2-3 weeks of submission
• Funding Type: Fully funded by the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN)
• Organizer: The Self-Investigation
• Eligible Countries: Worldwide
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Leaders of 14 fact-checking organizations
• Focus Area: Mental Health Leadership for Fact-Checkers
• Program Mode: Online

Benefits of the Mental Health Leadership for Fact-Checkers Program

Participants in the program can expect the following benefits:

• Rigorous 6-month training and coaching program
• Individualized coaching and accompaniment
• Guides with recommendations and best practices
• Free of charge, sponsored by the International Fact-Checking Network
• Practical skills and actionable frameworks
• Group discussions and 1:1 support
• Written resources for ongoing reference

What should the participants expect to learn?

Participants will acquire essential skills during the program, including:

• Understanding mental health basics and preventing burnout.
• Tackling vicarious trauma and online harassment in newsrooms.
• Fostering a culture of psychological safety within their teams.
• Establishing digital boundaries in an always-on culture.
• Implementing and sustaining a mental health toolkit and practices in their organizations.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Work at an organization verified as a signatory of the International Fact-Checking Network
• Hold a leadership or managerial role within the organization
• Demonstrate openness to learning and growth regarding mental health
• Possess the capacity and commitment to implementing mental health initiatives in the workplace

Selection Process

The following are the selection criteria:

• Affiliation with a verified signatory of the International Fact-Checking Network
• Leadership or managerial role within the organization
• Openness to learning about mental health
• Demonstrated capacity and commitment to implementing mental health initiatives
• Applications are due by February 8, 2024, and successful applicants can expect to hear back within 2-3 weeks of submission.

How to Apply?

Interested applicants can apply to the program by completing a brief questionnaire available on the program’s website.

An informative session in English is scheduled for Tuesday, January 30, where potential applicants can get more information about the program and have their questions addressed.

Apply Now

For additional information or to schedule a call with the team, interested individuals can contact [email protected]. They can also visit the official website.

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