ACORAB Nepal launches nationwide fact-checking campaign for community radio journalists
Summary
ACORAB Nepal has launched a nationwide initiative to strengthen fact-checking skills among community radio journalists in all seven provinces, aiming to combat misinformation and promote informed voting ahead of elections.
Key Points
- ACORAB Nepal has launched a nationwide campaign to enhance fact-checking capacity among community radio journalists.
- The initiative involves mentorship for journalists from 21 community radio stations across Nepal's seven provinces.
- Training focuses on identifying misinformation, ethical journalism, election reporting, and digital verification.
- Community radios are producing fact-checked content in multiple local languages to support transparent elections and civic participation.
