Welcome to Global Fact 9! The world’s largest and most impactful fact-checking summit is back in person after two years of virtual conventions. Global Fact, hosted by Poynter’s International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN), is June 22-25, 2022, at the Oslo Metropolitan University’s City Center Campus in Oslo, Norway. 

Creators, consumers and champions of fact-based reporting will explore the state and future of fact-checking amid a global pandemic and infodemic. Partners in the fight against misinformation, including IFCN signatories from more than 60 different countries, will collaborate to discuss best practices and spark meaningful discourse. 

Use the Global Fact 9 app to enhance your event experience by connecting with fellow fact-checkers and maximizing your time at the event. The app will help you discover, connect and chat with attendees at the summit.

This app will be your companion not only during the event, but also before and after the summit, helping you to:

• Connect with the attendees who have interests similar to yours

• Set up meetings with the attendees by using the chat feature

• View the summit program and explore sessions

• Create your own personalized schedule based on your interests and meetings

• Get last-minute updates on the schedule from the organizer

• Access speaker information at your fingertips

• Interact with fellow attendees in a discussion forum and share your thoughts on the presentations and issues beyond the event

Together, we’ll form alliances to address misinformation on a global scale. We hope you have a wonderful time at Global Fact 9!