HRRG ED Joseph Wemakor chosen to join Fortifying the Truth Cohort by WITNESS, a global human rights group

The executive director of Human Rights Reporters Ghana (HRRG) Joseph Kobla Wemakor has reached a significant milestone in his career with his selection to join the esteemed Fortifying the Truth Cohort by WITNESS, a leading global human rights organization.

This prestigious honor underscores Wemakor’s unwavering commitment to combating harmful narratives and empowering marginalized communities through advanced digital verification techniques, solidifying his position as a key figure in the realms of journalism and human rights advocacy.

Wemakor’s groundbreaking project proposal and steadfast dedication to upholding truth and combating misinformation have earned him recognition from the selection panel, securing a coveted position among 17 passionate journalists and frontline human rights defenders in West Africa.

The cohort members are scheduled to undergo an intensive three-day training session on community-based digital verification techniques in Abuja, Nigeria, from May 29th to 31st, 2024.

In a heartfelt letter congratulating Wemakor on his selection, Jacquelyn Jasper-Ikpendu, Program Assistant for Africa at WITNESS, expressed enthusiasm for his innovative approach and pledged unwavering support to help realize his impactful idea.

This opportunity not only allows Wemakor to enhance his skills but also facilitates networking with peers from across Africa, fostering idea exchange and mutual learning within the vibrant cohort.

This recent achievement adds to Wemakor’s impressive portfolio of impactful contributions to journalism and human rights advocacy.

From his notable selection among 30 distinguished African human rights defenders for Human Rights Training of Trainers in Tanzania last October to his recognition among 25 science and health reporters in Ghana for specialized training in infectious disease reporting and health-related issues by the Centre for Science and Health Communication in May 2023, Wemakor has consistently demonstrated dedication to excellence and innovation.

His advocacy for environmental awareness and journalistic excellence, showcased at the African Climate Risks Conference (ACRC19) in Ethiopia in 2019, underscores his commitment to amplifying marginalized voices and addressing critical issues.

Additionally, his participation in significant workshops such as the Afreximbank Media Workshop on Intra-African Trade in Casablanca, Morocco, in 2018 and the Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa Financial Journalism Program in Ghana in 2019 has broadened his professional horizons and reinforced his commitment to journalistic integrity and impactful storytelling.

Joseph Kobla Wemakor, a renowned Ghanaian human rights activist, dedicated humanitarian, and influential journalist, is also the founder and executive director of Human Rights Reporters Ghana (HRRG) is a recipient of the Africa Peace Advocates Award in 2023, a nominee for the African Defenders Shield Award in the same year, and the winner of the 5th UN Global Entreps Awards, among other accolades and honors.

As the HRRG boss embarks on this transformative journey with WITNESS and his esteemed cohort peers in 2024, his selection for the Fortifying the Truth program serves as a testament to his tireless efforts in combatting misinformation and advocating for marginalized voices.

Source:Joshua Elikplim Adjei

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