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Sherri Hope Culver was recently named a UNESCO Chair on Media and Information Literacy — Photo by Guido Karp on Pexels

3 Costly Surprises About Media Literacy and Information Literacy

A 2026 audit found that 58% of grant allocations in Latin America reveal three costly surprises about media literacy and information literacy: hidden budget overruns, curriculum loopholes, and legal compliance pitfalls. While UNESCO’s $220 million pilot promises higher engagement, institutions often encounter unexpected financial strains that undermine expected returns.