AI Accountability Network
The Pulitzer Center's AI Accountability Network funds and trains journalists worldwide to investigate and report on the societal impacts and governance of artificial intelligence.
Funder: Pulitzer Center
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per fellow for a 10-month project; 8–10 fellows selected annually
Summary: Supports journalists globally to investigate and report on the development, deployment, and societal impact of artificial intelligence through fellowships, grants, and training.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity—next cycle details expected June 2026; check program page for updates.
Description
The AI Accountability Network, managed by the Pulitzer Center, provides fellowships and grants to journalists worldwide who are investigating the societal impacts of artificial intelligence. The initiative aims to foster a multidisciplinary, collaborative community of reporters who can hold governments, corporations, and other powerful actors accountable for their use of AI technologies. Fellows receive financial support, mentorship, and access to specialized training, enabling them to pursue in-depth, high-impact reporting projects on topics such as transparency, governance, surveillance, social welfare, criminal justice, and more. The program encourages diverse participation, particularly from underrepresented communities and the Global South, and emphasizes the sharing of methodologies and lessons learned to benefit the broader journalism ecosystem.
