Equipping Journalists to Counter Anti-American Propaganda

The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Panama, under the Public Diplomacy Section, is seeking proposals to design and implement a program to counter anti-American propaganda and disinformation. The selected recipient will deliver a one-year training program for Panamanian journalists that combines advanced English language instruction, applied artificial intelligence skills, and digital media literacy. This training aims to improve participants' English proficiency so they can access credible global resources while teaching them to identify manipulated media, utilize fact-checking techniques, and use emerging technologies responsibly. Individual applicants are eligible to apply for this discretionary grant, which offers an estimated total program funding of $120,000 with awards ranging from a floor of $25,000 to a ceiling of $120,000. Applications must be submitted by September 13, 2026, and inquiries can be directed to panamapress@state.gov.