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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…
Vanishing Lifeline: What Freezing USAID Funds Means for Journalism in Europe

Vanishing Lifeline: What Freezing USAID Funds Means for Journalism in Europe

Journalism Funders Forum
27 Feb 2025
The sudden freeze on USAID funding has sent shockwaves through independent newsrooms across Europe. With grants halted and uncertainty…

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