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World Editors Forum President, David Walmsley, has written to Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, to demand an inquiry into the death of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil. Read his full letter here. wan-ifra.org/2026/05/worlds…

Journalism shapes peace. Access to reliable, verified information is not optional; it is fundamental to building peaceful, just and resilient societies. When information is manipulated, it fuels division and erodes trust. When it is free and truthful, it strengthens accountability, fosters dialogue and upholds human rights. On #WorldPressFreedomDay, @UNESCO calls for the protection of freedom of expression and support for journalism as a pillar of peace. unesco.org/en/days/press-…

NEW! @examinationnews is partnering with journalists and newsrooms of all sizes to tell global stories about public health threats and expose those responsible. If that sounds like you, they want to hear from you. Learn more: twp.ai/4hpUqp

World Press Freedom Day is often used to underline just how bad things have become for journalists and independent media worldwide. BUT. WAN-IFRA’s global advocacy is a backstop for declining press freedom everywhere... #WPFD2026 #PressFreedom #ChooseTruth wan-ifra.org/2026/04/changi…

Viktor Orbán’s domination of Hungary's traditional media landscape was near-total. But many of the country's independent outlets broke through, producing reporting that laid bare the nature of his regime. Here's how they did it. occrp.org/en/feature/fiv…

The African Investigative Journalist of the Year on Deep Dives, Funding, and ‘Paying Your Dues’ @gijn gijn.org/stories/10-que…

"If we are to safeguard independent media, we must ensure women are safe—both online and offline. We celebrate the award recipients and their resilience. To media houses: make your workplaces safe and enabling for women. Sweden recognises and deeply values your contribution,"Ms. Marie Ottosson, Head of the Kenya Development Cooperation at the Swedish Embassy. #MediaWomenConfKE @FNF_Africa @jhrnews @MoICTKenya @MediaCouncilK

The call to apply for @newmarkjschool's 'Executive Program in News Innovation & Leadership' is open. The program aims to equip a diverse group of changemakers with the knowledge, skills & networks to lead the transformation of the news business. twp.ai/4hq0bu

VERY IMPORTANT #PressFreedom events! 👇👇👇 ap.org/media-center/p…

"The world of commercial journalism has become so small – and is growing ever smaller... "We report less and less on the unexpected, the new, and the complex. "And that is why we almost never report on the bloodiest conflict of our time: the war in Sudan." wan-ifra.org/2026/04/dont-l…

Winners of the 7th Fetisov Journalism Awards Announced✨🌍 Yesterday in Limassol, Cyprus, we celebrated the 7th Fetisov Journalism Awards, recognising powerful investigations that expose the realities of war, corporate exploitation, and environmental damage. This year’s top honours went to journalists whose work highlights some of the world’s most urgent issues: • Yuval Abraham – investigation into violence in Gaza • Pierre Leibovici – exposing forced labour in global supply chains • Wolfgang Bauer – reporting on the war in Sudan • Stéphane Horel and collaborators – uncovering corporate disinformation around toxic waste Each first-place winner received a prize of 100,000 CHF, with second- and third-place winners also recognised across all categories. We are grateful to everyone who joined us for this important evening and helped celebrate the impact of journalism worldwide. 🔗 Read the full list of winners and learn more about the ceremony: fjawards.com/events/%2Fwinn…

📢 Calling all journalists: if you want to learn how to identify and verify AI-generated content, @AFP has launched a new, open-access online course! It takes about an hour and includes plenty of case studies and exercises. Find it here: twp.ai/4hq0ib

📢 @ScienceWriting is accepting entries for the 2026 Sharon Begley Science Reporting Award for outstanding mid-career science journalists. The winner will receive a grant of US$20,000 to undertake a significant reporting project. Deadline: April 30. twp.ai/4hq0bR

The body of the Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil was found by rescuers after several hours of digging in the rubble after an Israeli strike. She is the fourth journalist to have been killed by Israeli forces in seven weeks. This is why the word ‘journacide’ is now being used.

“You don’t hate mainstream media. You love it – you just don't like the way it's packaged.” @vitusspehar simplifies complex news stories for 4.7m followers at @underthedesknws 📅 Join their live Q&A with @PCaulliez81988 next Thursday, for deep insights. wan-ifra.org/events/news-cr…

ICYMI: Experienced science journalists around the world are invited to enter the 2026 Sharon Begley Science Reporting Award. The winner will receive a grant of US$20,000 to undertake a significant reporting project. ⏳ Deadline: April 30. Details: bit.ly/3I8xcAu

REGISTER: How do you turn complex environmental data into compelling human stories? Join @Code4Africa for a webinar hosted by award-winning journalist @Andee_Mat on impactful storytelling in environmental journalism. 🗓 29 April, 1pm (SAST). 🔗 Sign up: shorturl.at/2kHNy

@davejorgenson and @laurensaks built one of journalism’s most successful social media presences at @washingtonpost. Now, with Local News International, they’re taking that playbook independent – with ‘Zero Regrets’. wan-ifra.org/2026/04/meetin…

“Do two things unfailingly: One, be skeptical of all things, but not cynical; and two, read broadly but think deeply.” – @adeyeyeinfinity leads Nigeria’s Punch Newspapers, with sage advice for #journalists, #editors and #newsrooms in Africa and beyond. wan-ifra.org/2026/04/report…

'When we started @KyivIndependent our goal was to be Ukraine’s voice in the world, and the world’s window onto Ukraine. Our team worked with this vision, and fast-forwarding to 2026, we are exactly that.' @olya_rudenko and @DarynaShev on #warreporting wan-ifra.org/2026/03/ukrain…