On International Migrants Day, our latest article explores the impact of anti-migrant views and narratives in the media, including blaming migrants for rising crime levels. What's needed to combat those false narratives? 🔗 www.media-diversity.org/what-views-a... #InternationalMigrantsDay

As calls grow for the Australian government to take urgent action to tackle #antisemitism following the #BondiBeach shooting, our article examines the warnings of a growing antisemitism problem. 🔗https://www.media-diversity.org/demands-for-action-on-antisemitism-in-australia-following-bondi-attack/

On #HumanRightsDay, at the end of #16Days, we look at how the media covers violence against women and gender diverse people in South Asia. Fewer than 2% of news stories mention gender based violence, even though it affects millions. media-diversity.org/women-media-...

How has the Black media in the US navigated attacks on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion this year? What has it meant for community reporting as well as diversity of representation and narratives? Read the story: www.media-diversity.org/trumps-war-o... #DEI #media #DiversityAndInclusion #diversity

Almost 1⃣ in 3⃣ women face physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. 38 % have experienced digital abuse 73% of women journalists report online attacks Up to 95% of deepfakes target women. There is #NoExcuse. Platforms, regulators and governments must act. #IDEVAW #16Days

On World Children's Day, our latest story examines the role of the media in framing children’s issues in the UK, including education, as culture wars. Read the article by Santiago Bracho: www.media-diversity.org/why-is-child... #WorldChildrensDay #MyDayMyRights

As COP30 enters its 2nd week, MDI is grateful Fredrick Mugira, a National Geographic Explorer and award-winning journalist, has shared his views on how to be more inclusive in climate reporting. #COP30

“While much reporting has focused on humanitarian aid, little attention has been paid to the active role of diaspora and refugee-led media in shaping information access, representation as well as combating hostile narratives and disinformation” - Ivan Kysloshchuk.

New #DiversityMatters episode 🎧 Tanya Sakzewski talks to Josh LaPorte ( @josh-mdig.bsky.social )(MDI Global) about LIMENet, a project helping local & independent media in Europe survive news deserts, test new models and reach underserved communities. Listen: youtu.be/o4fnafniUdw?...

With President Trump warning he could deploy troops to Nigeria to stop alleged mass killings of Christians, we ask is the religious community under attack or have media narratives fuelled claims of “Christian Genocide”?

On International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, we recommend reading a report examining the impact of the killing of reporters in Gaza. 🔗https://www.media-diversity.org/journalism-in-peril-the-gaza-genocide-as-a-global-test-of-press-freedom/ #EndImpunity #EndimpunityDay #UNESCO

What do Jews and Israelis in the UK think about the British media's coverage on Gaza? Read the story: www.media-diversity.org/jewish-voice...

What impact will a shift in support for Russian language media have on minorities, the media and diversity in Europe? Dina Newman examines the situation in Latvia and speaks to Russian language media editors about the future. 🔗 www.media-diversity.org/is-the-media... #Latvia #MediaDiversity

Independent journalism is essential for democracy. MDI, MDI Global and MDI Western Balkans have joined a call for the #europeanunion to secure funding for public interest media. Read the letter: docs.google.com/document/d/1... #mediafreedom #investinfreemedia @josh-mdig.bsky.social

As MDI prepares for its panel discussion on #AI, #diversity and the media at UNESCO’s #GlobalMILWeek, this latest story examines the role AI is playing in shaping narratives in times of conflict, division and tension.

What role does media literacy have in the age of #AI? Join us for MDI's panel discussion at #UNESCO’s #GlobalMILWeek. 🎙️ Is AI Promoting Astroturfers & Sockpuppeteers Over Diversity? 📅 24 October, 11:50 COT / 17:50 UK 📍 Hilton Cartagena + Facebook Live 🔗 Join us: fb.me/e/chNhgiVbZ

#AI regulations offer an opportunity… but civil society must define accountability.” 🎙️ Thomas Hughes (Appeals Centre Europe) joins our #GlobalMILWeek panel: Is AI Promoting Astroturfers & Sockpuppeteers Over Diversity? 🗓️ 24 Oct, 11:50 COT / 17:50 UK 📍 Hilton Cartagena + FB Live 🔗 fb.me/e/chNhgiVbZ

From deepfakes to disinformation — AI is reshaping who gets heard and who disappears from the conversation. Can education and regulation keep up? Join MDI @unesco.org #GlobalMILWeek 🗓 24 Oct • 11:50–13:05 COT / 17:50–19:05 UK 📍 Hilton Cartagena 🔴 Live: fb.me/e/chNhgiVbZ

As Peru’s unpopular president is impeached and removed from office, MDI's latest story examines the media coverage of recent protests. Read the story: www.media-diversity.org/a-week-after... #mediadiversity #Peru

Following protests over the weekend in Georgia, a reminder that MDI interviewed journalist Tamar Kintsurashvili, head of the Media Development Foundation about the difficulties of working in the country and the impact of new restrictions on media diversity. #democracy #mediadiversity Link in bio

Reporting Diversity Network shared findings from its latest monitoring reports at the recent conference Breaking Words, Building Bridges: Responses to Polarisation in the Western Balkans in Belgrade, organised by MDI Western Balkans. Read more: www.media-diversity.org/breaking-wor...

As the UK government outlines new conditions for migrants and the debate over who is welcome in the country and under what conditions continues, the voices of those affected are often missing from media coverage. Why is responsible reporting so vital?

Today is World News Day promoting fact-based and responsible journalism. MDI joins organisations around the globe celebrating the power of journalism to make a difference. #ChooseJournalism because #FactsMatter #WorldNewsDay #WND2025 Read some of our articles: www.media-diversity.org/stories/

Has media coverage of the #GenZ protest movements sweeping across #Asia been accurate, fair and inclusive? Saba Choudhry explores how protests in #Nepal were portrayed in the #media both at home and abroad. www.media-diversity.org/nepal-protes... #mediadiversity

MDI is delighted to welcome Shada Islam as a trustee of Media Diversity Institute Global. Shada is an award-winning journalist and independent commentator who runs the New Horizons Project. She writes for The Guardian and other outlets. @simplyshada.bsky.social @theguardian.com #mediadiversity

The ability of public service media to achieve a core goal of diversity is under pressure as organisations try to reach larger audiences and stay relevant.

Helping youth report their stories If you want a guide to making local journalism more accessible, relevant, and representative to youth, then take a look at the YoCoJoin Workbook. #mediadiversity #localjournalism #communityjournalism

How is #AI reshaping reporting on #migrants? That was the topic of a webinar today by the Global Media Migrant Academy, which examined AI's impact -good and bad -on the media. One of the key messages from the discussion was the need to step-up capacity building for the #media.

Media Diversity Institute is looking forward to hosting a side event at #UNESCO’s Global Media and Information Literacy Week in Colombia in October. The theme of the 2025 UNESCO Conference is Minds Over AI - MIL in Digital Spaces. Our panel will examine the impact on diversity. #mediadiversity #AI

Since October 2023, at least 197 media workers have been killed in Gaza. On 1 September, 200+ outlets & press freedom groups united to demand action. "Killing journalists creates an information vacuum.” — Luc Steinberg ( @yungonion.bsky.social ) Read more: www.media-diversity.org/at-the-rate-...

Media Diversity Institute joins media outlets, press freedom organisations, #journalists and others across the globe in a day of protest over the killing of journalists in #Gaza.

Today, on the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief, we reflect on media’s role in shaping religious tensions. Here are resources & stories showing why responsible reporting matters. 🧵👇

Who gets to shape the stories about #AI and whose voices are missing? In our latest #DiversityMatters podcast, Surabhi Srivastava (RNW Media, @gfmd.info ) digs into ethics, labour rights & media gaps. 🎧 Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/3hj7...

@unicef.org reports that 45 million children in Eastern & Southern Africa are vulnerable due to climate change. Yet, they remain underrepresented in #media coverage. New from MDI: How journalists can close this gap and amplify children’s voices. 👉 www.media-diversity.org/forgotten-ch...

🗣 “The Index is a tool for the media, civil society, policy makers and researchers. It helps expose where we’re making progress and where we’re falling short.” — @milicapesic.bsky.social , MDI Executive Director 📄 Download the pilot report now: www.media-diversity.org/uk-media-div...

Very wise lessons on covering the war in Gaza. By British journalist Tim Sebastian. "Palestinian journalists in Gaza are nothing short of heroic". "The media have made a spectacular job reporting the war", better than governments @mediadiversity.bsky.social open.spotify.com/episode/01HM...

Are you local media or a freelancer in Belgium, Hungary, Lithuania, Poland or Serbia? 🇧🇪🇵🇱🇱🇹🇷🇸🇭🇺 LIMENet is offering €16–20K grants plus mentoring to strengthen independent local journalism. ✍️Apply by 25 August: 🔗 app.media4change.co/grant/local-... #LIMENet

#HateSpeech is embedded in the algorithms shaping our news feeds. More than half of newsrooms use AI to write headlines, moderate comments, etc. But in politicised or underrepresented contexts, this tech often fails. #NoToHate

Responsible reporting isn’t a given—it’s taught, practised, and refined. Our Inclusive Journalism Handbook is a practical guide to ethical, human rights-based reporting—for newsrooms and classrooms alike. 📘 Download: www.media-diversity.org/resources/in...

When streets are tense, journalism must stay grounded—serving the public with care, clarity, and impartiality. The safety of reporters is not up for debate.

Live from the Media Democracy Festival: Oligarchs Inc: Who Owns the UK Media? Our Exec Director, @milicapesic.bsky.social joins the discussion on media power, ownership, and democracy. The panel kicks off with a key question: who owns the media—and why does it matter? @mediareformuk.bsky.social

🧠 Nearly half of UK journalists in a 2024 survey identified as neurodivergent. ADHD, autism & more can be superpowers in journalism — if newsrooms provide the right support. 🗣️ “Don’t assume our needs. Ask us.” 📰 Read the full piece by Nicholas Fearn shorturl.at/wzprY

📢 MDI’s @milicapesic.bsky.social joins the panel “Oligarchs Inc: Who Owns the UK Media?” at #MDF2025! 🗓️ 31 May | 🕐 13:00–14:00 | 📍 Fyvie Hall, London 🎟️ Free tickets shorturl.at/BiamD @mediareformuk.bsky.social Who controls our media and whose stories go untold? Join us. #MediaDiversity

🩰 What does it take to tell the story of a trans dancer in a hostile climate? Filmmaker Alison Rooper followed Sophie’s journey for 6 years. Now she needs your help to finish the film. 📖 Read her story: shorturl.at/Ean0u 🎥 Support the Kickstarter:

MDI’s @josh-mdig.bsky.social is a proud juror for the 2025 Global Youth & News Media Prize! 🏆 This year’s theme: how youth are helping save local news. 📰 📅 Deadline: 16 June 🌍 Open globally, all platforms 🔗 buff.ly/3SEXf4J #YouthAndNews #LocalNews #JournalismAward

🌏 From climate displacement to conflict-driven migration, refugees in South Asia face hostile narratives in the media. Can storytelling shift from blame to humanity? 📢 Read our story 👉 www.media-diversity.org/south-asian-... #Refugees 🏞️ #SouthAsia #MediaRepresentation 📰

📖 We’re live at Frontline Club for the launch of Coming Clean by Prof Eric Heinze. What happens when the Left examines itself as critically as it does others? A timely conversation with Edmundo Bracho-Polanco & Paul Henley on memory politics, ethics, and change.

There’s still time to grab your ticket: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/coming-cle... Book Launch of Coming Clean: The Rise of Critical Theory and the Future of the Left this Friday with @ericheinze.bsky.social , 23 May! Don’t miss this important conversation!

🎙️ Meet the speakers for Coming Clean – launching this Friday!📖 Prof. @ericheinze.bsky.social , author 🧠 Dr Edmundo Bracho-Polanco, media expert 🎤 Paul Henley, BBC presenter & moderator Expect sharp bold ideas on the future of the left.📍 London + livestream. Sign up now! 🎟️ shorturl.at/EECaU

@yungonion.bsky.social from @mediadiversity.bsky.social spoke at #WPFD2025 on two key panels: one on uplifting migrant voices through the MigraVoice platform, and another on rising threats to media freedom in Georgia, including FARA. Press freedom needs action now. #MediaFreedom #MigraVoice #Georgia