What we're building.
A focused track inside the AI Media Lab: 22 university media educators and 400 students trained in detection, debunking, and AI-assisted verification workflows. Curriculum + tooling open-sourced for partner institutions.
S4 · Safeguarding Information
AI Media Lab — Disinfo Programme.
Training 22 educators and 400 students in AI-powered disinformation detection.
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Training 22 educators and 400 students in AI-powered disinformation detection.
Most MCI projects accept journalists, students, newsroom leaders, and partner organisations who fit the cohort profile. Where applications are open, the "Visit project" button above links to the live form.
AI Media Lab — Disinfo Programme sits under Safeguarding Information, one of six interlocking pillars. The pillar shapes its design, partners, and outcomes.
MCI projects are supported by a coalition of philanthropic funders, intergovernmental partners, and earned revenue. Specific funder credits are listed on the "Visit project" site or available on request.
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