FOUNDER

An intelligent society, empowered young people, and polymath minds will defend democracy and counter the narratives and malicious information seeking to erode the very fabric of trust that holds societies together. That is why we are here: for the three S’s: Safety, Security, and Survivability.

Head of Reality-Check Unit

Combining law and technology, I work in advancing Intel Focus' investigations and advocacy to ensure those in power are held accountable. Using technology for the good can transform our work in upholding democracy and human rights.

Coordination Lead

We live in a time where information moves faster than we can process it and algorithms quietly shape what we see. Fact-checking and investigative work help us slow down and see connections, hold power accountable and make informed choices. Essential for both democracy and a sustainable planet.

Head of Relations & Engagement

Propaganda and disinformation aim to control what we believe, and who gets to speak. A democracy that excludes women’s voices is one already under threat. Women’s participation in truth-telling and decision-making is what keeps democracy alive, grounded in reality rather than manipulation. Every act of honest storytelling becomes an act of resistance.

Head of Resources & Knowledge

Disinformation and propaganda don’t just mislead, they poison the spaces where communities live, talk, and make decisions. They erode trust, feed hostility, and chip away at the basic rights and protections people rely on. Left unchecked, they create tangible harm.

Podcast Host

Respect for human rights forms the backbone of every society, binding it together. When fundamental rights erode, solidarity, prosperity, and peace begin to unravel. We are here to learn and share knowledge about human rights in Afghanistan.

Social Media Lead

Investigator

JP is a U.S.-based journalist specializing in video verification and open-source research. She has verified footage from the war in Ukraine, strikes in Lebanon, international protests, and more. She studied International Studies at university and aims to apply that background to human rights investigations. When she’s not analyzing footage, she’s eating tacos in the park.