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Philea launches survey on media and journalism funding in Europe

Philea launches survey on media and journalism funding in Europe

Journalism Funders Forum
16 Jun 2025
Philea has launched a survey on media and journalism funding in Europe, seeking to create an image of the…
How IJ4EU Turns Public and Philanthropic Funds into Impactful Journalism

How IJ4EU Turns Public and Philanthropic Funds into Impactful Journalism

Journalism Funders Forum
29 May 2025
Combining EU and philanthropic funding, the Investigative Journalism for Europe (IJ4EU) fund has become a model for supporting cross-border…
The Opportunities and Pitfalls of Using TikTok for News

The Opportunities and Pitfalls of Using TikTok for News

Journalism Funders Forum
27 May 2025
TikTok has been rapidly emerging as a major news source, particularly for younger audiences. Its preference for relatable, personality-driven…
Independent Media at a Crossroads: Surviving Donor Dependency

Independent Media at a Crossroads: Surviving Donor Dependency

Journalism Funders Forum
24 Mar 2025
Donor dependency, wherein media outlets rely heavily on external grants, has become a major challenge for independent media. While…

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