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Independent Media at a Crossroads: Surviving Donor Dependency
Journalism Funders Forum
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
Journalism Funders Forum
The sudden freeze on USAID funding has sent shockwaves through independent newsrooms across Europe. With grants halted and uncertainty…
Five Developments That Will Influence Media Freedom the Most in 2025
Journalism Funders Forum
Media freedom in 2025 will be influenced by a combination of political, economic, technological, and regulatory factors. Key developments…
Taktak Project: Promoting Flexible, Transparent Donations to Journalists
Journalism Funders Forum
In March 2024, a consortium of seven media organisations and a media-focused technology provider launched the Taktak project, with…
Funding Journalism in Authoritarian Environments: Insights Into a Four-Year Support Programme
Journalism Funders Forum
By offering financial aid, mentoring, and training, journalism-funding programmes can significantly enhance media sustainability, despite ongoing challenges such as…