Orna is a co-founder and director of FactCheckNI, responsible for developing and executing the organisation\u2019s strategy, including managing relationships with grant funders and stakeholders. With her experience in research and research management, Orna directs FactCheckNI\u2019s fact checking and critical thinking training programmes, and collaborates with secondary and tertiary educational institutions and community based organisations. She represents FactCheckNI at public events, raising the profile of its work and providing leadership in improving civic discourse and citizen participation.<\/p>\n
Allan LEONARD<\/strong> (Editor)<\/p><\/div>\n
Allan is a co-founder and director of FactCheckNI, applying his writing and editorial management skills to the daily fact checking operation, including claim detection, overseeing researchers, editing copy, and publishing approved articles. Allan also manages the recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers and commissioned staff. He implements operational processes, financial management, and company accounts. Allan participates in public events and projects that highlight the work and objectives of FactCheckNI.<\/p>\n
Alan MEBAN<\/strong> (Head of Communications)<\/p><\/div>\n
Alan is a director of FactCheckNI, and is responsible for developing FactCheckNI\u2019s reputation among traditional and new media outlets, stakeholders, and the general public. He also leads on the employment of technology and tools to improve the impact and efficiency of the organisation\u2019s fact-checking work and processes. Alan appears in local media outlets explaining and advocating for the work of FactCheckNI.<\/p>\n