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IJ Helpdesk<\/span><\/p>\n Investigative journalism, uncovering irregularities or revealing abuse of power or exposing corruption, requires journalists to be rigorous in their groundwork. Headed by a renowned and award-winning investigative journalist, MRDI\u2019s helpdesk provides insight, advice and tools to conduct investigations. Journalists can drop in any time. The helpdesk also provides financial assistance to journalists, with approval from their media outlet.<\/span> Application Form..<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Md. Badruddoza Babu<\/span> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_2″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/mrdibd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MRDI_IJ_HelpDesk-New-1.jpg” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” alt=”IJ Helpdesk” title_text=”IJ Helpdesk” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ custom_padding=”23px||5px|||” custom_margin=”0px|auto||auto||”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_2″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/mrdibd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/RTI-HelpDesk.jpg” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” alt=”RTI Helpdesk” title_text=”RTI Helpdesk” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] RTI Helpdesk<\/span><\/p>\n MRDI\u2019s helpdesk for filing Right to Information application provides all kinds of assistance. Beginning with providing the forms, filling them up to identifying relevant agencies and explaining the different provisions of the law, RTI helpdesk is ready to help people at every step of the way. The helpdesk also operates a hot line to suppose individuals, organisations and government agencies – both information seekers and information providers – in its bid to ensure open flow of information.<\/span> RTI Resources..<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Sumona Hembrom, Senior RTI Helpdesk Officer<\/span> Mental Health Support Desk<\/span><\/p>\n Journalists often work under intense pressure, facing long hours, traumatic experiences, and tight deadlines\u2014 conditions that can take a serious toll on their mental well-being. Whether you’re dealing with stress, burnout, anxiety, or just need someone to talk to, MRDI\u2019s mental health support desk is here to listen, guide and offer a safe and confidential space. Operated by trained professionals and guided by compassion, the desk also connects journalists with mental health counselling services.<\/span><\/p>\n When it gets tough, you\u2019re not alone\u2014MRDI cares.<\/strong><\/span> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_2″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/mrdibd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Mental-Health-Support-Desk-.jpg” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” alt=”Mental Health Support Desk” title_text=”Mental Health Support Desk” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ custom_padding=”||3px|||”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_2″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/mrdibd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Fact-Check-HelpDesk.jpg” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” alt=”Fact-check Helpdesk” title_text=”Fact-Check-HelpDesk” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Fact-Check Helpdesk<\/span><\/p>\n Fact-check helpdesk provides real-time verification support to newsrooms in Bangladesh to counter misinformation, rumors, and disinformation in alignment with its Protocol<\/strong><\/span><\/a>. It supports newsroom verifying claims, statements, viral content, statistics, images, and videos using open-source investigation tools and credible sources. The helpdesk is ready to strengthen newsroom capacity to detect and respond to misleading information as well as offer on-demand knowledge-sharing sessions on advanced verification techniques and misinformation trends to support quality and responsible journalism. Application Form..<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n
\nHead of IJ Helpdesk<\/span>
\nijhelpdesk@mrdibd.org<\/span><\/a><\/strong>
\n01713225475<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n
\nrti@mrdibd.org<\/a><\/span><\/strong>
\n01727549686 <\/strong><\/span>
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\nSunday to Thursday (9am to 5pm)<\/span><\/p>\n