Media Dev Inv Fund

🟥Announcement MDIF has decided to focus its communication primarily on LinkedIn, monthly newsletter and website. We will no longer be posting here. Follow us on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/media-… Newsletter: newsletter.mdif.org Website🔽🔽 mdif.org

@Batumelebi_ge's founder and journalist @MziaAmaglobeli has been sentenced to two years in #prison. We strongly condemn this judgement for being politically motivated and call for the court of appeals to reconsider the sentence to ensure justice. 👇 batumelebi.netgazeti.ge/articles-in-en…

What does #media leadership look like in 2025? Join @patburd for her #keynote address at @fraymediaF89921's Entrepreneher conference on August 14. Register 👉 bit.ly/EntreprenHER20…

Round I of the Ukraine Innovative Media Program helped media grow audiences, launch new products & monetize content. Round II is now launching 🎯 €10k funding, expert mentorship, AI & product innovation support and more. More here:🔗 mdif.org/news/second-ro…

🚨 🚨 Launching Amplify Southern Africa: MDIF’s program for independent media in the region. ✅ 1:1 coaching ✅ Business diagnostics ✅ Strategic planning ✅ Peer learning ✅ Expert support ✅ Business guidance 🔴Not open for external applicants. 🔽 mdif.org/news/mdif-laun…

@NAMIP_MDIF's second set of case studies highlighting the work of our partners is out now. Find out more👇

An interesting opportunity for the media fraternity in #Nigeria Sign up and join @NAMIP_MDIF and @Daily_TrustF for this timely and relevant conference! More information👇

Support jailed journalist Mzia Amaglobeli in her fight for #PressFreedom ! All the funds collected through this campaign will go toward vital resources, support for her colleagues, and ensuring they have the means to persevere. Donate here: gofundme.com/f/help-free-ge… #Georgia

"My arrest on July 29, 2022 highlighted a recurring pattern: authoritarianism often strikes independent media first" - @ChepeZamora During the brief house arrest before he was taken back to prison, we spoke to José Rubén Zamora. Read here👇 #ZamoraLibre" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mdif.org/news/interview…

A welcome step from #Guatemala's Constitutional Court, but justice for journalist @ChepeZamora remains elusive. After over 1,000 days behind bars, his right to a fair trial continues to be delayed. #ZamoraLibre #JRZ 👇 dw.com/es/guatemala-p…

What role can #foundations play in supporting the future of #African media? Our CEO @HarlanMandel will be moderating a panel discussion on the same at Bloomberg's #ABMI2025 in Zambia. More information: bmia.org/events/africa-…

In a world full of #authoritarian noise, Islands of Integrity matter more than ever. As MDIF turns 30, our CEO @HarlanMandel reflects on how independent #media companies act as Islands of Integrity, and how we’re evolving to support them👇 mdif.org/news/mdif-at-3… #MDIF30

Can independent #media survive in the face of shrinking civic space and mounting economic pressure in #Europe? Results from the report published by Amplify Europe show how focused support and mentoring can help independent media thrive. Read here: mdif.org/news/amplify-e…

We have invested in @radionovelo, a leading audio storytelling platform based in Brazil. With 30+ podcast productions since 2019, they tackle issues at the heart of democracy. mdif.org/news/mdif-inve… #IndependentMedia #Podcasting #Brazil

📢Call for proposals! @NAMIP_MDIF is seeking a consultant to lead its final program evaluation. Ideal candidates needs to understand #Nigeria's media sector + have strong #MEL experience. Deadline: 26 May, 2025 Details: namip.mdif.org/press-release-…

On #WorldPressFreedomDay, we spotlight MDIF clients who are using #AI for public good. #WPFD2025 🔗 Read here: mdif.org/news/world-pre…

📣 Calling all mission-driven #media in #Kenya! MDIF’s Amplify Kenya is open for proposals from outlets ready to innovate, grow, and lead. Perks: 💡 Coaching 📈 Business support 🌐 Networking Rolling applications until full 👇 mdif.org/news/mdifs-amp…

Media Development Investment Fund (@mdiforg) anunció una inversión en el medio uruguayo @ladiaria. La inversión impulsará la expansión del medio en la producción audivisual. lasociedaddelcontenido.com/2025/04/18/med…

We’re proud to announce that MDIF Western Balkans Fund has made its first investment in City&Me, a civic-tech platform transforming how citizens engage in Serbia & Montenegro and set to expand. #ImpactInvestment #CivicTech #Balkans #WesternBalkans 🔽 mdif.org/news/mdif-west…

Big congratulations to @republicjournal on winning the 2025 @InboxCollective Award for Innovation in Design! #newsletters #media #innovation #designs More here👇 inboxcollective.com/here-are-the-w…