We started Desifacts to combat the widespread disinformation and misinformation in South Asian American communities, particularly on digital spaces like WhatsApp. We envision Desifacts.org growing into a trusted fact-checking website and resource for our communities. As part of this vision, we're excited to offer paid volunteer positions as part of our Writers' Circle and help fact-check viral misinformation.

Our volunteer positions:

• Writers: write articles for Desifacts.org based on specific misinformation claims
• Translators: translate articles into South Asian languages to increase language accessibility of the website
• • Currently looking for translators for Hindi, Bangla, and Tamil

Requirements and Details:

• Attend monthly meetings on current issues and article needs where topics will be discussed and assigned
• All article topics should relate to issues and mis/disinformation affecting South Asian American communities specifically
• Volunteers should have a background in journalism or expertise in particular topics such as healthcare
• Time commitment is flexible and will vary month to month
• Article Word Count: 300 - 600 Words

Rates:

• Writers: $200 Per Article
• Translators: $100 Per Article

If you are interested, please contact Aishika Jennela, Program Manager, Misinformation, at aishika@iaimpact.org and send two (2) writing samples. for more information: https://www.desifacts.org/take-action/get-involved