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Are you passionate about fighting misinformation, promoting digital safety, and empowering communities with media literacy skills?
DUBAWA invites vibrant, community-minded individuals to volunteer for its 2026 Week for Truth.
The Week for Truth initiative will run its outreach campaign targeting parents, guardians, and Junior and Senior High School students across Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, and Senegal.
This is part of DUBAWA’s activities to celebrate the global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week, themed “We All Play a Part: Media and Information Literacy for the People.”
About the Initiative
DUBAWA’s 2026 Global Media Literacy Week focuses on strengthening Media and Information Literacy (MIL) within families and local communities.
Volunteers will bridge intergenerational gaps in digital literacy by facilitating conversations on digital hygiene, verification techniques, and safe online practices.
Selected volunteers will complete a comprehensive capacity-building program, including a 1-day training workshop on core MIL principles, fact-checking methods, and strategies for engaging youth and adults.
Volunteering Activities
- Field Outreach: Conduct educational sessions in at least two selected target locations (Junior/Senior High Schools or faith-based institutions/community groups like churches and mosques) using DUBAWA step-down training toolkits and print resources.
- Advocacy & Engagement: Distribute educational flyers, infographic posters, and guide materials to schools, places of worship, and community members.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: 18 years and above.
- Location: Reside in Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, or Senegal, close to intended outreach sites.
- Availability: Available to complete community outreach activities during the campaign window.
- Commitment: Strong communication skills and passion for truth, information integrity, and public education.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must complete the online application form here and upload an updated CV by Nov. 4, 2026.
Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.