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The Expert Corps

Lend Your Skills to Democracy.

We don't just need hands; we need minds. Join a network of lawyers, editors, and technologists protecting the free press.

Why Volunteer With Us?

Your time is valuable. We ensure that your contribution creates measurable impact while advancing your own professional trajectory.

Elite Networking

Elite Networking

Access exclusive TMF events, galas, and meet top media executives and international diplomats.

Global Certification

Global Certification

Receive official accreditation for your pro-bono service hours, recognized by our UN and EU partners.

Field Experience

Field Experience

Join teams on the ground for major reporting projects and see the reality of grassroots journalism.

Open Opportunities

Current high-impact needs for our 2025 programmatic cycle.

Editorial Mentor

Editorial Mentor

Urgent
Capacity Building 4 hrs / month Remote

Guide young investigative journalists through complex story structuring and fact-checking. You'll be paired with a promising reporter to review their drafts before publication.

EditingJournalismCoaching
Legal Aid Counsel

Legal Aid Counsel

Defense Fund On Call Dar es Salaam

Provide pro-bono advice to journalists facing defamation suits or cyberbullying. Your expertise will act as a direct shield for the free press.

Media LawLitigationHuman Rights
Digital Security Trainer

Digital Security Trainer

Urgent
Innovation Lab Project Based Hybrid

Run active workshops on PGP encryption, VPNs, and secure communication for vulnerable newsrooms operating in restrictive environments.

CybersecurityTrainingEncryption
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