The US Department of State has announced funding for the strengthening of investigative journalism in Sri Lanka.
The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labour (DRL) said in the announcement that there will be an open competition for the funds, worth approximately $500,000.
A key outcome of the successful project should include "increased coverage on reconciliation and transitional justice activities in the country."
"Strong consideration will be given to proposals that work to facilitate interaction among journalists and media institutions in the north/east and south as well as proposals that include an emphasis on women journalists," the announcement said.
"DRL’s objective is increased capacity of Sri Lankan media and strengthened investigative journalism. DRL seeks proposals for activities that focus on building the capacity of journalists to provide quality, impartial reporting across a variety of media platforms with a special emphasis on investigative journalism. Recognizing that long term sustainability should also include training and support for media outlets, competitive proposals will incorporate activities that provide training for editors on advanced journalism, including how to support investigative journalism efforts, along with roundtable discussions with editors and/or media owners on how to encourage and enhance quality journalism," it further said.
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