'In the face of widespread information chaos, the most promising and durable solutions are not those imposed by governments, but those rooted in industry-led self-regulation, radical transparency, and the adoption of universal technical standards.' - Vincent Peyrègne wan-ifra.org/2025/12/a-fr...

The latest edition of our daily roundup on journalism is out, featuring new lawsuits against Perplexity AI for copyright infringement and readings on journalism in the new Syria, AI and climate, and so much more Click to read, share and subscribe www.linkedin.com/pulse/ai-new...

Pioneering Paraguayan journalist, researcher and media entrepreneur Jazmín Acuña introduces Change-Centric Journalism, the next-level model that promises longevity beyond today’s content-centric approach. wan-ifra.org/2025/11/reth...

🛶 Prejudice often sows distrust across borders in Central and Eastern Europe. 👁️These stories investigate cooperation where environmental activists resist business interests, nationalist politicians, and cross-border complexities. Read more: t.ly/vCr4x #Investigations #Crossborder #Plupro

“I think investigative journalism has a huge opportunity… we can show how we create spaces of real freedom with verified information in the middle of a very disrupted world, where there is lots of disinformation.” — María Teresa Ronderos, director of EL CLIP. More:

'Instead of asking: “How do we get them to read more news?” Perhaps we should ask: “How do we build a news experience more people want – or even better, feel they •must• – be part of?” - Aftonbladet's Head of AI and Innovation and Deputy Publisher, Martin Schori wan-ifra.org/2025/11/when...

As attacks on news media professionals increase on all fronts and moral injury gains momentum, Anthony Feinstein, global expert on mental health in journalism, illustrates why newsroom wellness deserves priority – and outlines pathways to a culture of care. wan-ifra.org/2025/11/norm...

Who supports journalists and the editors who carry the newsroom’s emotional weight? Join trauma expert Prof. Anthony Feinstein for an interactive, one-hour webinar discussion on PTSD, moral injury & resilience in journalism, tomorrow at 15:00 CET. 🗓️ Nov 12 🔗 Register: twp.ai/9PWenz

"The public’s right to know is in jeopardy in the US. The country that once proudly lauded its commitment to a free press has adopted the behavior of autocrats to stifle reporting it does not like," writes @pressfreedom.bsky.social CEO @jodieginsberg.bsky.social. wan-ifra.org/2025/10/end-...

'It's the largest massacre of journalists in human history: 253 Palestinian journalists killed since Oct 2023. 'These killings remain unpunished – a stark example of the impunity that allows this to continue, writes @ajplus MD @Dima_Khatib. #EndImpunity wan-ifra.org/2025/10/end-...

🧠 Who supports journalists & the editors who carry the newsroom’s emotional weight? Join trauma expert Prof. Anthony Feinstein for a @worldeditorsforum.bsky.social webinar discussion on PTSD, moral injury & resilience in journalism. 🗓️ Nov 12 🔗 Register: https://twp.ai/9PWenz

'The pattern is clear: coordinated waves of digital abuse, aimed mainly at women and minority journalists, with almost total impunity for the perpetrators,' writes Peter Vandermeersch for International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists. #EndImpunity wan-ifra.org/2025/10/end-...

The former Mediahuis Ireland CEO, shares insights into his new role as inaugural Fellow, Journalism and Society – and offers sage advice for journalists, editors and newsrooms working through a period of immense change. wan-ifra.org/2025/10/the-...

'Tech companies talk a lot about trust, but trust is not built on talk. We’re calling on the leaders of the AI revolution to get a handle on this problem now.' – @lizcorbin.ebu.ch and Vincent Peyregne for #WND2025. #ChooseJournalism this #WND2025 because #FactsMatter wan-ifra.org/2025/09/you-...

Our current environment of misinformation, mistrust, the spread of illiberal politics through influencer-style authoritarians, and the erosion of democratic norms, is “less an era of change than a change of era,” writes Fernando Belzunce. worldnewsday.org/times-of-dar...

#Germany: Full support to #TikTok strikers amid the social media company’s refusal to engage in collective bargaining after announcing AI will take over 150 jobs. They are defending not only their dismissal conditions, but also a quality content moderation model that respects freedom of expression.

In this op ed to mark #WND2025 Kenyan journalist Winnie Kamau calls out the alarming global trend of governments shutting down the internet in times of political crisis, with 294 such shutdowns in 54 countries in 2024 – 15, in Africa. #ChooseFacts #journalismmatters worldnewsday.org/shutting-dow...

Eleven of the world’s leading economists, including two Nobel laureates, urge governments to recognise and uphold the economic value of public interest media in the age of AI. worldnewsday.org/expert-opini...

As the world devolves into a lack of clarity and nuance, is divided by growing factionalism and supremacy, and lies and truth seem interchangeable, an independent news media is more relevant than ever, @news24southafrica.bsky.social editors write ahead of #WND2025. www.news24.com/opinions/edi...

'Most journalism movies, even the ones that aren’t exactly like the day-to-day lives of flesh-and-blood journalists, are still pretty entertaining. Many perfectly capture the journalistic experience.' www.poynter.org/business-wor...

Intolerance. Violence. Impunity. Stand with accountable journalism on #WorldNewsDay, 28 September, to #ChooseJournalism because #FactsMatter #WND2025 wan-ifra.org/2025/07/worl...

Intolerance. Violence. Impunity. Stand with accountable journalism on #WorldNewsDay, 28 September, to #ChooseJournalism because #FactsMatter #WND2025 wan-ifra.org/2025/07/worl...

Just one week to #WND2025, when global news media draw public attention to the vital role that journalists play in society. This is our final call to spotlight your newsroom. Sign up for campaign materials now. #ChooseJournalism because #FactsMatter #WorldNewsDay docs.google.com/forms/d/1YA9...

Propaganda, disinfo and authoritarian clampdowns are rewriting the rules of newsroom engagement – so the need to champion the cause of journalism has never been stronger. #WND2025 urges the industry to join us in highlighting the importance of fact-based journalism. wan-ifra.org/2025/09/worl...

The countdown to @WorldNewsDay25 on 28 September starts now. If you’ve not yet signed up for our campaign materials, join us today. #ChooseTruth because #JournalismMatters docs.google.com/forms/d/1YA9...

M20 for G20: Media policy summit urges G20 to prioritise information integrity for the public good – and calls on media, society and all stakeholders to act on critical challenges for public good. wan-ifra.org/2025/09/m20-...

"Journalism, and the accountability it brings, matters – if it didn’t, the Israeli government wouldn’t be so hell-bent on restricting it." – Andy Heslop. wan-ifra.org/2025/09/enou...

South Africa is gearing up for November’s G20 Summit – and the country’s news media torchbearers are ensuring journalism is not just an afterthought. wan-ifra.org/2025/08/m20-

Calls are escalating for urgent action to protect journalists in Gaza; to allow international media access, and for independent investigations into targeted killings. Some 200 journalists have died – those who remain face hunger, displacement and inhumane conditions... wan-ifra.org/2025/08/norw...

'We really need to turn trust around. Global relations, strong communities ... and each person’s ability to help shape the world they hope to see entirely depends on it,’ says Sally Lehrman, Chief Executive of @thetrustproject.bsky.social. wan-ifra.org/2025/08/chec...

We are looking for 5 inspiring case studies from around the world to show journalism's impact ahead of #WorldNewsDay – stories that positively influenced an individual’s or community's future, or investigations that led to significant change. Please share links or examples. #journalismmatters

#Palestine: Israel kills five Al Jazeera staff in a targeted attack on a journalists’ tent in #Gaza City. We condemn the deliberate targeting of journalists and urge UN Member states to adopt a binding international convention for the safety of journalists. urgent action is needed!

The World Editors Forum condemns the targeted killing of Palestinian journalist Anas Al-Sharif and four others in Gaza, urging immediate and unhindered access for reporters to the conflict zone. wan-ifra.org/2025/08/tell...

#Palestine: "After smearing Gaza's journalists with unproven allegations of being 'terrorists', Israel has killed five @aljazeera.com staff. The deliberate targeting of journalists is a war crime. Israeli leaders must be held accountable" says #IFJ General Secretary @abellanger.bsky.social.

New York-based non-profit news outlet @thecity.nyc combines hi-tech tools with old-school marketing and distribution efforts to engage communities with hyperlocal service journalism. wan-ifra.org/2025/08/the-...

Calling all 'newsfluencers' – emerging or independent content creators offering credible, verifiable, news content whether current or niche, you could be eligible to receive training, funding and more. Apply now to the Global News Gap Project before 15 August. rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/globa...

At the forefront of a deep shift in the news landscape, one of journalism’s biggest personalities – also one of its biggest champions – @sophiasgaler.bsky.social goes beyond advocacy to application with Sophiana, an app to help journalists build audiences... wan-ifra.org/2025/07/jour...

"The editorial formats I used to grow Brut India in 2017 and 2018 won’t cut it in 2025; we need to constantly innovate to stay ahead for a new generation." – Sruthi Gottipati, founder of Spot On news, on developing sustainable media “that can connect with millions.” wan-ifra.org/2025/06/info...

"As an award-winning BBC journalist for 20+ years, I thought I was an excellent listener. But ... I'd been in the driver’s seat of conversations... "I wasn’t truly listening." @ekasriel.bsky.social, author of Deep Listening. wan-ifra.org/2025/06/do-j...

Everyone needs an editor — especially the internet, writes @jppullen.com, founding editor of journalism studio @longlead.com. wan-ifra.org/2025/06/in-f...

The assassination of her father 20 years ago galvanised Lebanese journalist and media exec NaylaTueni to turn legacy family newspaper An-Nahar into a multimedia pan-Arab force for independent journalism. She shares how... wan-ifra.org/2025/06/from...

‘I’ve Never Seen Such a Threat on Higher Ed’: How Universities Are Fighting Trump’s Attacks With lawsuits and NATO-like treaties, faculty and administrators are teaming up to save their schools from “abusive, retaliatory, and vindictive” government attacks. rewirenewsgroup.com/2025/06/13/i...

What do you do when you’re directly responsible for diminishing public trust? Vibeke Fürst Haugen, the first woman DG of Norway’s public broadcaster NRK, shares valuable lessons learnt from “the most harrowing experience of my professional life”. wan-ifra.org/2025/06/in-t...

As the digital revolution makes way for AI integration, @romanimielski.bsky.social of @wyborcza.pl and @adriaanbasson.bsky.social of @news24southafrica.bsky.social share their agile, future forward approaches to 21st century news delivery. wan-ifra.org/2025/06/lear...

AI is more than just another layer on top of the newsroom transformation configuration, says @szde.bsky.social's Fabian Heckenberger: ‘It reshapes strategy, tools, culture, audience relations, everything…’ wan-ifra.org/2025/05/how-...

If news media want to maintain – and increase – trust among their young target audience, they need a new strategy for how they handle press ethics, says @aftonbladetkultur.bsky.social's Martin Schori. wan-ifra.org/2025/05/mart...

By building tools based on repeated patterns, @nytimes.com is strategically applying AI as a force multiplier for investigative journalism – while maintaining traditional journalistic standards of accuracy and verification, explains @zachseward.com. wan-ifra.org/2025/05/divi...

Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledged more support to Ukraine following a meeting with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy.