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IMS recently convened media partners from Moldova, Ukraine and Armenia, along with independent media from the Western Balkans, for a peer-to-peer knowledge exchange on information integrity. The charette focused on how newsrooms can assess and respond to information threats.

CPH:DOX presented two powerful documentaries highlighting Afghan women’s stories. The Secret Reading Club of Kabul won the NORDIC:DOX Award, while the IMS-supported documentary film, A Fox Under a Pink Moon, previously won the main prize at IDFA, was also screened at CPH:DOX.

IMS partner Women in Media have published a collection of best practices on equality and diversity in media. Media That Make a Change focuses on editorial decisions that illustrate how Ukrainian media address social issues in the context of war. Read more: mediasupport.org/news/women-cha…

Media Centre supported by IMS & SIDA has transformed learning through DSTV & internet, helping 2025 ZIMSEC students excel. Now, learners are calling for A-Level classes to match their ambitions. @IMSforfreemedia @rashweat @SwedeninZW @MoPSEZim @emudzengi @TatendaAnnMavetera

Nominations for the 2026 @globalfreemedia- IMS press freedom awards close tomorrow. As threats to the free press grow, it’s never been more important to honour courage and resilience in journalism. Submit your nominations by 23:59 CEST on 20 March: mediasupport.org/news/call-for-…

📢 @globalfreemedia and @IMSforfreemedia are seeking nominations for the World Press Freedom Hero Award and the Free Media Pioneer Award, open to journalists and news outlets worldwide. 🗓 Apply by March 20. twp.ai/4ivejv

Through a local media, people get to see their own importance. Czechia outlet Nase Broumovsko foster pride among locals, showing that they lead worthy lives and do not need to face their problems alone. #PM4D mediasupport.org/there-is-value…

🌟 It's time to honour courage in journalism! 🗓️ Submit your nominations by March 20 for IPI and @IMSforfreemedia’s 2026 World Press Freedom Hero award, recognizing those who advance press freedom despite great personal risk. ipi.media/ipinetwork/cal…

IMS has launched its comprehensive media development programme in Bangladesh, aimed at supporting the media reform process, mainstreaming safety and bolstering emerging independent media outlets across the country. Read more: mediasupport.org/news/ims-launc…

Women in Mozambique listening to the radio programme A Voz da Comunidade are using the information broadcast to improve their personal wellbeing and share knowledge in their communities. Read more: mediasupport.org/how-community-…

Women journalists play a key role in ensuring women in Afghanistan get the information they need. They produce radio programmes for women about their health, education and legal rights. On #IWD2026, support Afghan women's media: mediasupport.org/donate-afghani…

Today IMS got to brief @CPJElmore @FCDOGovUK as UK becomes co-chair of @MediaFreedomC Reinforcing crises are undermining information integrity and this is an opportunity for 🇬🇧to deliver strong leadership alongside co-chair 🇫🇮 Key IMS priorities: 👉mediasupport.org/news/put-secur…

The documentary film festival @cphdox will begin next week and as always, many IMS supported films are screening. We are also involved in several public and industry events. See all our CPH:DOX activities here: mediasupport.org/news/ims-at-cp… See you in the cinemas.

Call for nominations: IPI and @IMSforfreemedia are now accepting nominees for this year’s World Press Freedom Hero and Free Media Pioneer awards. 🗓️ Submit your nominations by March 20! 🔗 ipi.media/ipinetwork/cal…

Strengthening journalist safety remains essential for media freedom and democracy in Ethiopia.

Key findings include: • Misuse of national security laws • Growing digital surveillance & online harassment (esp. women journalists) • Risks for journalists with disabilities • Lack of accountability for attacks • Weak protection mechanisms

New report: The 2025 #Ethiopia Safety of Journalists Assessment Report documents how Ethiopian journalists are facing an increasing number of risks, from detention and digital harassment to threats in conflict-affected areas. Read the full report here: mediasupport.org/publication/et…

The Policy Book on Information Resilience: Lessons and Recommendations from Ukraine 2022–2025 is a practical guide prepared by leading figures in Ukraine’s media industry who participated in IMS' MERIT Forum – funded by @DanishMFA. Download here: mediasupport.org/publication/po…

A society that cannot guarantee and protect press freedom and safety of journalists cannot guarantee or protect its democracy says ⁦@SweinEthiopia⁩ 1st sec Maria Monahov. ⁦@IMSforfreemedia⁩ #EthiopiaSafetyofJournalists2025 report launch.

As threats to the free press grow globally, it’s never been more important to honour courage and resilience in journalism. Nominations are now open for @globalfreemedia and IMS' 2026 World Press Freedom Hero Award and Free Media Pioneer Award. mediasupport.org/news/call-for-…