Elisa Di Benedetto

Attacks on journalists are attacks on freedom of expression. More than ever, we need reliable sources of information and press freedom. On Sunday's #WorldPressFreedomDay and every day, join @UNESCO in defending journalism and standing up for democracy. unesco.org/en/days/press-…

oggi giorno della libertà di stampa nel mondo.Mai così male negli ultimi 25 anni. Italia retrocede al 56/o posto su 180 della graduatoria di Reporters sans frontières.Era al 49/o posto nel 2025 #worldpressfreedomindex

🖥 Training “More Correct Information, Less Discrimination” Percorso formativo gratuito e in 5 moduli per informare con correttezza e comunicare senza discriminazione nell'ambito del progetto MILD meltingpot.org/2026/04/traini…

✨ More than a conference — a community experience From April 17, sign up for #EuARe2026 social events in Rome: 🍽️ Social Dinner (July 2) – limited places 🤝 Women Scholars’ Networking Lunch (July 1 & 3) – free 🥗 Lunch Boxes available 👉 Register & join us in Rome #EuARe #LUISS

The @pulitzercenter is funding data-driven journalism projects on underreported issues. Deadline: Ongoing. Details 👉 twp.ai/4iuSTO

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Looking for #Religion Story Ideas? In the February edition of the IARJ "story ideas" column, journalist Stephanie Fenton writes about the opportunities and challenges of reporting on religious holidays and festivals #Ramadan #reporting theiarj.org/news/looking-f…

Samarkand (Uzbekistan) Named 2025 Culture Capital of the Islamic World religionmediacentre.org.uk/news/welcome-t…

Looking for Religion Story Ideas on the Horizon? Check out @DavidCrumm's piece for our new column sponsored by the #IARJ Communications Committee to to be helpful brainstorming opportunities as our colleagues look for stories in coming months theiarj.org/news/looking-f…

#NewsFromTheWeb: What is the role of African and Diaspora Muslims in preserving Islamic intellectual traditions? A lecture on this topic is available on @abbasiprogram Stanford Islamic Studies’ YouTube channel. Watch full video + Q&A 👉 youtube.com/watch?v=P9ztCE…

In Vienna, getting ready to announce the recipients of the #PiazzaGrande Religion Journalism Award at #EuARe2025 @RJournalists @fscireIT @eu_are @univienna

📝 Want to share what you’ve learned in faith-based development, humanitarian, or peacebuilding work? Write a short blog post for JLI! Reflect, inspire, and help others grow. 👉 How to submit: jliflc.com/blog/submissio… #FaithInDevelopment #BlogCall #WriteForUs

🌿 New on the JLI blog: Andrés Martinez, our LAC Regional Coordinator, explores the transformative power of sacred spaces in trauma healing. Discover how faith and community rituals aid in resilience and recovery. 🔗 Read more: buff.ly/iJlFZ25 #TraumaHealing #SacredSpaces

Turns out #PopeLeoXIV is a tennis player and @steftsitsipas is ready to hit some 🎾🎾🎾 with him. @AP's @AndrewDampf reports from Rome where the Italian Open is happening not far from the #Vatican: shorturl.at/h9yNe

"Commentary on the conclave is brushing aside the spiritual significance and rather amplifying a popularity showdown" @MLRozario critiques the public narratives surrounding the upcoming papal conclave. Read it here theosthinktank.co.uk/comment/2025/0…

📚 Publishers, don’t miss your chance! Showcase your work & connect with top scholars at #EuARe2025 — even if you're not attending in person. 🗓️ Sign-up by May 19, 2025 📩 Custom solutions available: euare2025@univie.ac.at #AcademicPublishing #ReligionStudies

"Religion shapes politics, culture, identity across our continent. When it makes headlines it is because of scandals, but we owe more to our audience" @nancybooker, Dean of @AKU_GSMC, welcoming participants at #IARJkenya #journalism #faith #Religion #Africa @KAS_Kenya

Reporting Religion in Africa-Rising to the challenges #IARJkenya Day 1 What are the challenges of covering faith and religion in Africa? Learning from the experience of reporters in the region @KAS_Kenya @AKU_GSMC

In a world torn by conflict and division, religion stands as a powerful force for peace — promoting tolerance, understanding, and helping people lead richer, more meaningful lives - George Sunguh, Communications Commission of the Synod of Bishops in the Vatican. @religiongal @RJournalists @KAS_Kenya @jjorgacevic #IARJkenya #journalism #religionreporting

To strengthen religion reporting in Africa, we must invest in the growth and capacity of our media professionals. Here’s how: 🎓 Prioritize training: Specialization in religious journalism is no longer optional—it’s essential. 🧠 Build knowledge: Journalists need strong conceptual tools, theological understanding, and ethical awareness to report with accuracy and depth. 🛠️ Sharpen technical skills: Equip reporters with the multimedia and storytelling skills needed for impactful religion coverage. 🔁 Encourage ongoing learning: Promote continuing education, mentorships, and knowledge exchange within the journalism community. 🌐 Foster strong networks: Support the growth of regional and international networks of religion journalists to share resources, experiences, and best practices. "Religion is a domain that remains sensitive" - Grégoire Ndjaka , CEO, African Union of Broadcasting (AUB) @burningpot79 @KAS_Kenya #IARJkenya #journalism #religionreporting