Facebook has announced the participants of its 2022 Community Accelerator Program for India. The four-month program will provide community leaders with training, mentorship and facilities to utilise Facebook tools. According to reports, social media has received more than 4,800 applications from around the world. 

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The selected communities from India, according to Facebook’s official page, include:

  • UNIMO Universe of Moms
  • Genshin Impact Asia
  • Indian Birds
  • Balcony Gardening Tips
  • Telugu Moms Network
  • The Order of Pen
  • Office Memes For Working Teens
  • WeWomen
  • Nishamadhulika Recipe Group (Official)
  • Parent Tribe by SuperBottoms
  • Battlegrounds Mobile India
  • Depression and Anxiety support
  • Dog Lover
  • Delhi Foodiez and Backpackers & Travelers India (BATI)

Selected community leaders will receive a grant of up to $40,000 per community through Facebook’s implementation partner T-hub in India. The selection was based on multiple parameters including purpose, leadership experience, sustainability and commitment.

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