Equipping Journalists to Counter Anti-American Propaganda
Limited submission
This grant funds a program to boost Panamanian journalists' English, AI, and digital literacy skills to counter disinformation and anti-American propaganda, supporting fact-based reporting in Panama.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Panama
Due Dates: September 1, 2026 (submission deadline) | September 13, 2026 (full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Total available funding: $120,000; awards range from $25,000 to $120,000 for a 12-month project
Summary: Supports a program to strengthen Panamanian journalists’ English proficiency, AI skills, and digital media literacy to counter disinformation and anti-American propaganda.
Key Information: Cost sharing is encouraged but not required; only one proposal per organization is allowed.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the U.S. Mission to Panama, seeks proposals for a one-year program aimed at equipping Panamanian journalists with advanced English language skills, applied artificial intelligence (AI) training, and digital media literacy. The program’s goal is to empower journalists to access credible English-language sources, critically evaluate information, and responsibly use emerging technologies in reporting. The initiative is designed to counter disinformation and anti-American propaganda, bolster public discourse, and reinforce trust in fact-based reporting aligned with U.S. interests in Panama.
Participants will receive integrated instruction in English and AI, with a focus on fact-checking, verification, and identification of manipulated or AI-generated content. The program aims to create a durable cohort of journalists capable of strengthening independent media’s resilience against digital disinformation threats.
