FactWatch

Fact-Watch is a pioneering fact-checking organization based in Bangladesh, playing a crucial role in combating misinformation and disinformation across South Asia. As the only International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN)-signatory from the country and a Meta-certified fact-checking body, Fact-Watch is at the forefront of debunking false narratives, verifying claims, and promoting digital literacy. Established to address the rampant spread of falsehoods on social media and traditional news platforms, it collaborates with local journalists, media outlets, and international partners to ensure that factual accuracy prevails. Fact-Watch is deeply involved in researching and analyzing misinformation trends across Bangladesh and neighbouring countries, including India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It has a significant cross-border influence, often fact-checking content that transcends national boundaries. Its mission includes not only identifying and correcting misleading content but also educating the public about the dangers of misinformation. The organization hosts workshops, training sessions, and campaigns to build media literacy and critical thinking skills among students, journalists, and the general public. Fact-Watch has built a reputation for its rigorous methodology in verifying facts. Using a combination of open-source intelligence, collaboration with local correspondents, and deep-dive research into viral content, it consistently provides accurate, evidence-based assessments. Its team of fact-checkers has developed expertise in identifying fake news that often stirs communal tensions and political unrest in the region. Additionally, Fact-Watch is involved in various initiatives, including digital literacy programs, pre-bunking strategies, and regional partnerships to counter cross-border misinformation.