GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT (GFMD)NEWSGFMD MEMBERSEVENTSFROM OUR NETWORKFUNDING OPPORTUNITIES The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. ABOUT GFMD – GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD), a not-for-profit, Belgian registered ASBL, is an international network of around 200 journalism support and media development organisations working across more than 70 countries. Established in 2005 in Amman, Jordan, and based in Brussels, GFMD’s core value is to support the creation and HOW TO PRACTICE ETHICAL JOURNALISM DURING COVID-19 The Ethical Journalism Network’s 7 Points for Covering a Pandemic. 1. Stick to the Facts. Facts and solid data are key to accurate reporting and should be core to ethical coverage of COVID-19. This should come in the form of using trusted and reliable sources at all times. Data collection should be timely and the process should be

transparent. 2.

JOBS AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Jobs and Other Opportunities. The GFMD Jobs and Other Opportunities page highlights a collection of job vacancies, training programmes, fellowships, internships, and miscellaneous calls for proposals relevant to media and journalism professionals. The page is regularly updated and we always welcome new additions from our members,

partners, and

MIRA MILOSEVIC

Mira Milosevic is the Executive Director at Brussels-based Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD). She leads GFMD’s engagement with the United Nations, the Internet Governance Forum, and other multilateral institutions as well as GFMD’s international efforts advocating for the sustainability of journalism and news media. KARIBU FOUNDATION GRANT PROGRAM Deadline: 15/03/2021 Grant The Karibu Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to support alternative voices from the Global South that provide alternatives to the dominant paradigms of power, distribution, and development. The grants are aimed at providing human, professional and economic resources to enable movements to continue their struggle for justice;

MICHAEL J. OGHIA

Name. Michael J. Oghia. Position/name of the organisation. Advocacy and Engagement Manager, GFMD. Bio. Prior to joining GFMD in July 2018, Michael was a consultant, researcher, and editor working within the Internet governance and media development ecosystems, specifically focusing on access, capacity building, digital rights, and

sustainability.

STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR PUBLIC INTEREST MEDIA November 2019 Report Prepared by Cross

LITERATURE REVIEW

Literature review of resources related to how media development and wider policy initiatives can address mis/disinformation.

THOMSON REUTERS

Deadline: 12 February 2021 Job Vacancy Thomson Reuters Foundation are seeking a Social Media Manager to create and implement engaging social campaigns, to shape the look of the channels, liaise with teams across the Foundation to showcase output, and cover live events. Social Media Manager will work with the Communications Team to shape public

messaging.

GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT (GFMD)NEWSGFMD MEMBERSEVENTSFROM OUR NETWORKFUNDING OPPORTUNITIES The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. ABOUT GFMD – GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD), a not-for-profit, Belgian registered ASBL, is an international network of around 200 journalism support and media development organisations working across more than 70 countries. Established in 2005 in Amman, Jordan, and based in Brussels, GFMD’s core value is to support the creation and HOW TO PRACTICE ETHICAL JOURNALISM DURING COVID-19 The Ethical Journalism Network’s 7 Points for Covering a Pandemic. 1. Stick to the Facts. Facts and solid data are key to accurate reporting and should be core to ethical coverage of COVID-19. This should come in the form of using trusted and reliable sources at all times. Data collection should be timely and the process should be

transparent. 2.

JOBS AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Jobs and Other Opportunities. The GFMD Jobs and Other Opportunities page highlights a collection of job vacancies, training programmes, fellowships, internships, and miscellaneous calls for proposals relevant to media and journalism professionals. The page is regularly updated and we always welcome new additions from our members,

partners, and

MIRA MILOSEVIC

Mira Milosevic is the Executive Director at Brussels-based Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD). She leads GFMD’s engagement with the United Nations, the Internet Governance Forum, and other multilateral institutions as well as GFMD’s international efforts advocating for the sustainability of journalism and news media. KARIBU FOUNDATION GRANT PROGRAM Deadline: 15/03/2021 Grant The Karibu Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to support alternative voices from the Global South that provide alternatives to the dominant paradigms of power, distribution, and development. The grants are aimed at providing human, professional and economic resources to enable movements to continue their struggle for justice;

MICHAEL J. OGHIA

Name. Michael J. Oghia. Position/name of the organisation. Advocacy and Engagement Manager, GFMD. Bio. Prior to joining GFMD in July 2018, Michael was a consultant, researcher, and editor working within the Internet governance and media development ecosystems, specifically focusing on access, capacity building, digital rights, and

sustainability.

STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR PUBLIC INTEREST MEDIA November 2019 Report Prepared by Cross

LITERATURE REVIEW

Literature review of resources related to how media development and wider policy initiatives can address mis/disinformation.

THOMSON REUTERS

Deadline: 12 February 2021 Job Vacancy Thomson Reuters Foundation are seeking a Social Media Manager to create and implement engaging social campaigns, to shape the look of the channels, liaise with teams across the Foundation to showcase output, and cover live events. Social Media Manager will work with the Communications Team to shape public

messaging.

GFMD WORKING GROUPS

GFMD is an active member of a coalition of international civil society organisations (CSO) working to secure the safety of journalists in a number of pilot countries in various regions of the Global South. The group is comprised of media development, freedom of expression, and trade union organisations with journalism safety programmes in

HEALTH ARCHIVES

The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. KARIBU FOUNDATION GRANT PROGRAM Deadline: 15/03/2021 Grant The Karibu Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to support alternative voices from the Global South that provide alternatives to the dominant paradigms of power, distribution, and development. The grants are aimed at providing human, professional and economic resources to enable movements to continue their struggle for justice; FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEDIA The GFMD Funding Opportunities page highlights a range of opportunities for individuals and organisations in the media, journalism, media development, and journalism support sectors. We regularly update the page, as well as our Jobs and Other Opportunities pages, to best reflect the range of support prospects for journalists

and media

INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM FOR EUROPE (IJ4EU): … INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM FOR EUROPE (IJ4EU): INVESTIGATION SUPPORT SCHEME . Key Information. Eligibility: They must be based in at least two EU member states or at least one EU member state and the United

Kingdom.

MISINFORMATION PROJECT REPORTING BURSARIES IN CANADA The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR YOUNG INDEPENDENT MEDIA MDIF VENTURES OPENS CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR YOUNG INDEPENDENT MEDIA . Key Information. Eligibility: Applicants must have a commitment to the provision of unique, credible, independent news, reducing information poverty, addressing accountability, or strengthening debate in the public interest. UNITED NATIONS: SUBMIT PROPOSALS FOR REHAM AL-FARRA The Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship was mandated in December 1980 by UN General Assembly Resolution 35/201. Formerly known as the DPI Training Programme for Broadcasters and Journalists from Developing Countries, the programme was renamed in 2003 in honor of Reham Al-Farra, a 29-year-old Jordanian public information officer who was killed in the 19 August UNESCO PARTNERSHIPS ON GLOBAL MEDIA DEFENCE FUND UNESCO is launching a new Call for Partnerships to support not-for-profit organizations under the Global Media Defence Fund with the aim to join forces with specialized partners in the undertaking or upscaling of projects that bolster journalists’ legal protection and/or enhance media freedom. UNESCO invites innovative proposals for

the

LITERATURE REVIEW

Literature review of resources related to how media development and wider policy initiatives can address mis/disinformation. GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT (GFMD)NEWSGFMD MEMBERSEVENTSFROM OUR NETWORKFUNDING OPPORTUNITIESGLOBAL FOCUSGLOBAL FOCUS MARKETINGGLOBAL FOCUS MARKETING DISTRIBUTION The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. ABOUT GFMD – GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD), a not-for-profit, Belgian registered ASBL, is an international network of around 200 journalism support and media development organisations working across more than 70 countries. Established in 2005 in Amman, Jordan, and based in Brussels, GFMD’s core value is to support the creation and WHO IS WHO – GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT (GFMD) Who is who. The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) concluded its fourth World Forum for Media Development in September 2016 with the election of a Steering Committee of five incumbents elected to third and final terms, and 14 new members representing GFMD’s regional caucuses/groups in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America, and the Middle East and North

GFMD WORKING GROUPS

HOW TO PRACTICE ETHICAL JOURNALISM DURING COVID-19 The Ethical Journalism Network’s 7 Points for Covering a Pandemic. 1. Stick to the Facts. Facts and solid data are key to accurate reporting and should be core to ethical coverage of COVID-19. This should come in the form of using trusted and reliable sources at all times. Data collection should be timely and the process should be

transparent. 2.

PUBLIC ACCESS TO INFORMATION (SDG 16.10) RESOURCES GFMD SDG16.10 Pilot Projects. GFMD has launched three pilot projects in collaboration with civil society and media actors in Serbia, Pakistan, and Tanzania aiming to produce shadow reports related to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16.10, which targets public access

to information.

MIRA MILOSEVIC

Mira Milosevic is the Executive Director at Brussels-based Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD). She leads GFMD’s engagement with the United Nations, the Internet Governance Forum, and other multilateral institutions as well as GFMD’s international efforts advocating for the sustainability of journalism and news media. WELCOME TO GFMD IMPACT GFMD IMPACT - the International Media Policy and Advisory Centre - is an initiative of the Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD). STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR PUBLIC INTEREST MEDIA November 2019 Report Prepared by Cross

MICHAEL J. OGHIA

Name. Michael J. Oghia. Position/name of the organisation. Advocacy and Engagement Manager, GFMD. Bio. Prior to joining GFMD in July 2018, Michael was a consultant, researcher, and editor working within the Internet governance and media development ecosystems, specifically focusing on access, capacity building, digital rights, and

sustainability.

GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT (GFMD)NEWSGFMD MEMBERSEVENTSFROM OUR NETWORKFUNDING OPPORTUNITIESGLOBAL FOCUSGLOBAL FOCUS MARKETINGGLOBAL FOCUS MARKETING DISTRIBUTION The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. ABOUT GFMD – GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD), a not-for-profit, Belgian registered ASBL, is an international network of around 200 journalism support and media development organisations working across more than 70 countries. Established in 2005 in Amman, Jordan, and based in Brussels, GFMD’s core value is to support the creation and WHO IS WHO – GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT (GFMD) Who is who. The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) concluded its fourth World Forum for Media Development in September 2016 with the election of a Steering Committee of five incumbents elected to third and final terms, and 14 new members representing GFMD’s regional caucuses/groups in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America, and the Middle East and North

GFMD WORKING GROUPS

HOW TO PRACTICE ETHICAL JOURNALISM DURING COVID-19 The Ethical Journalism Network’s 7 Points for Covering a Pandemic. 1. Stick to the Facts. Facts and solid data are key to accurate reporting and should be core to ethical coverage of COVID-19. This should come in the form of using trusted and reliable sources at all times. Data collection should be timely and the process should be

transparent. 2.

PUBLIC ACCESS TO INFORMATION (SDG 16.10) RESOURCES GFMD SDG16.10 Pilot Projects. GFMD has launched three pilot projects in collaboration with civil society and media actors in Serbia, Pakistan, and Tanzania aiming to produce shadow reports related to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16.10, which targets public access

to information.

MIRA MILOSEVIC

Mira Milosevic is the Executive Director at Brussels-based Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD). She leads GFMD’s engagement with the United Nations, the Internet Governance Forum, and other multilateral institutions as well as GFMD’s international efforts advocating for the sustainability of journalism and news media. WELCOME TO GFMD IMPACT GFMD IMPACT - the International Media Policy and Advisory Centre - is an initiative of the Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD). STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR PUBLIC INTEREST MEDIA November 2019 Report Prepared by Cross

MICHAEL J. OGHIA

Name. Michael J. Oghia. Position/name of the organisation. Advocacy and Engagement Manager, GFMD. Bio. Prior to joining GFMD in July 2018, Michael was a consultant, researcher, and editor working within the Internet governance and media development ecosystems, specifically focusing on access, capacity building, digital rights, and

sustainability.

NEWS AND UPDATES

The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy.

GFMD MEMBERSHIP

GFMD membership fees are based on the type of the organisation and on an organisation’s annual turnover, and it ranges from US$200 to US$15,000 at the level of around 0.1% of annual turnover. Annual turnover in excess of US$ 15,000,000. US$ 15,000. Annual turnover in excess of US$ 10,000,000. US$ 10,000. Annual turnover in excess of US WHO IS WHO – GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT (GFMD) Who is who. The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) concluded its fourth World Forum for Media Development in September 2016 with the election of a Steering Committee of five incumbents elected to third and final terms, and 14 new members representing GFMD’s regional caucuses/groups in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America, and the Middle East and North PUBLIC ACCESS TO INFORMATION (SDG 16.10) RESOURCES FOIAnet Resources for Right to Information Advocates includes publications, model laws, training materials for the public or public officials, useful links, organisations and other resources related to the right of access to information.. SDG 16.10.2 – Measuring RTI implementation – FOIAnet Methodology – Based on the central methodological framework developed in the UNESCO metadata for COVERING COVID-19: REPORTS, RESOURCES, AND TOOLS COVERING COVID-19: REPORTS, RESOURCES, AND TOOLS. As COVID-19, also known as novel coronavirus, spreads internationally, so too does potentially harmful misinformation and disinformation. With countries all around the world grappling to contain the spread of the coronavirus, the need for resilient, independent, and accurate media

is becoming

MEMBERS – GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT (GFMD) The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. BECOME A GFMD MEMBER Become a GFMD Member. Fill in the membership form below. The Secretariat will check your application and prepare it for the GFMD Steering Committee to review. All applications must be approved by the Steering Committee before the formal membership process is finalised. If accepted, the GFMD Secretariat will welcome you and send you GFMD JOBS AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Jobs and Other Opportunities. The GFMD Jobs and Other Opportunities page highlights a collection of job vacancies, training programmes, fellowships, internships, and miscellaneous calls for proposals relevant to media and journalism professionals. The page is regularly updated and we always welcome new additions from our members,

partners, and

GOALS AND ACHIEVEMENTS The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM FOR EUROPE (IJ4EU): … INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM FOR EUROPE (IJ4EU): INVESTIGATION SUPPORT SCHEME . Key Information. Eligibility: They must be based in at least two EU member states or at least one EU member state and the United

Kingdom.

GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT (GFMD)NEWSGFMD MEMBERSEVENTSFROM OUR NETWORKFUNDING OPPORTUNITIESGLOBAL FOCUSGLOBAL FOCUS MARKETINGGLOBAL FOCUS MARKETING DISTRIBUTION The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. ABOUT GFMD – GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD), a not-for-profit, Belgian registered ASBL, is an international network of around 200 journalism support and media development organisations working across more than 70 countries. Established in 2005 in Amman, Jordan, and based in Brussels, GFMD’s core value is to support the creation and HOW TO PRACTICE ETHICAL JOURNALISM DURING COVID-19 The Ethical Journalism Network’s 7 Points for Covering a Pandemic. 1. Stick to the Facts. Facts and solid data are key to accurate reporting and should be core to ethical coverage of COVID-19. This should come in the form of using trusted and reliable sources at all times. Data collection should be timely and the process should be

transparent. 2.

JOBS AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Jobs and Other Opportunities. The GFMD Jobs and Other Opportunities page highlights a collection of job vacancies, training programmes, fellowships, internships, and miscellaneous calls for proposals relevant to media and journalism professionals. The page is regularly updated and we always welcome new additions from our members,

partners, and

MIRA MILOSEVIC

Mira Milosevic is the Executive Director at Brussels-based Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD). She leads GFMD’s engagement with the United Nations, the Internet Governance Forum, and other multilateral institutions as well as GFMD’s international efforts advocating for the sustainability of journalism and news media. DIGITAL EQUITY FUND & COMMUNITY VOICES 2021 IPMF OPENS CALL FOR PROPOSALS FOR DIGITAL EQUITY FUND & COMMUNITY VOICES 2021 . Key Information. Eligibility: This is an open call for nonprofits (or organizations or projects with a fiscal sponsor) from Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in

Pennsylvania.

KARIBU FOUNDATION GRANT PROGRAM Deadline: 15/03/2021 Grant The Karibu Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to support alternative voices from the Global South that provide alternatives to the dominant paradigms of power, distribution, and development. The grants are aimed at providing human, professional and economic resources to enable movements to continue their struggle for justice;

MICHAEL J. OGHIA

Name. Michael J. Oghia. Position/name of the organisation. Advocacy and Engagement Manager, GFMD. Bio. Prior to joining GFMD in July 2018, Michael was a consultant, researcher, and editor working within the Internet governance and media development ecosystems, specifically focusing on access, capacity building, digital rights, and

sustainability.

STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR PUBLIC INTEREST MEDIA November 2019 Report Prepared by Cross

THOMSON REUTERS

Deadline: 12 February 2021 Job Vacancy Thomson Reuters Foundation are seeking a Social Media Manager to create and implement engaging social campaigns, to shape the look of the channels, liaise with teams across the Foundation to showcase output, and cover live events. Social Media Manager will work with the Communications Team to shape public

messaging.

GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT (GFMD)NEWSGFMD MEMBERSEVENTSFROM OUR NETWORKFUNDING OPPORTUNITIESGLOBAL FOCUSGLOBAL FOCUS MARKETINGGLOBAL FOCUS MARKETING DISTRIBUTION The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. ABOUT GFMD – GLOBAL FORUM FOR MEDIA DEVELOPMENT The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD), a not-for-profit, Belgian registered ASBL, is an international network of around 200 journalism support and media development organisations working across more than 70 countries. Established in 2005 in Amman, Jordan, and based in Brussels, GFMD’s core value is to support the creation and HOW TO PRACTICE ETHICAL JOURNALISM DURING COVID-19 The Ethical Journalism Network’s 7 Points for Covering a Pandemic. 1. Stick to the Facts. Facts and solid data are key to accurate reporting and should be core to ethical coverage of COVID-19. This should come in the form of using trusted and reliable sources at all times. Data collection should be timely and the process should be

transparent. 2.

JOBS AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Jobs and Other Opportunities. The GFMD Jobs and Other Opportunities page highlights a collection of job vacancies, training programmes, fellowships, internships, and miscellaneous calls for proposals relevant to media and journalism professionals. The page is regularly updated and we always welcome new additions from our members,

partners, and

MIRA MILOSEVIC

Mira Milosevic is the Executive Director at Brussels-based Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD). She leads GFMD’s engagement with the United Nations, the Internet Governance Forum, and other multilateral institutions as well as GFMD’s international efforts advocating for the sustainability of journalism and news media. DIGITAL EQUITY FUND & COMMUNITY VOICES 2021 IPMF OPENS CALL FOR PROPOSALS FOR DIGITAL EQUITY FUND & COMMUNITY VOICES 2021 . Key Information. Eligibility: This is an open call for nonprofits (or organizations or projects with a fiscal sponsor) from Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in

Pennsylvania.

KARIBU FOUNDATION GRANT PROGRAM Deadline: 15/03/2021 Grant The Karibu Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to support alternative voices from the Global South that provide alternatives to the dominant paradigms of power, distribution, and development. The grants are aimed at providing human, professional and economic resources to enable movements to continue their struggle for justice;

MICHAEL J. OGHIA

Name. Michael J. Oghia. Position/name of the organisation. Advocacy and Engagement Manager, GFMD. Bio. Prior to joining GFMD in July 2018, Michael was a consultant, researcher, and editor working within the Internet governance and media development ecosystems, specifically focusing on access, capacity building, digital rights, and

sustainability.

STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION REPORT ESTABLISHING A NEW INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR PUBLIC INTEREST MEDIA November 2019 Report Prepared by Cross

THOMSON REUTERS

Deadline: 12 February 2021 Job Vacancy Thomson Reuters Foundation are seeking a Social Media Manager to create and implement engaging social campaigns, to shape the look of the channels, liaise with teams across the Foundation to showcase output, and cover live events. Social Media Manager will work with the Communications Team to shape public

messaging.

GFMD WORKING GROUPS

GFMD is an active member of a coalition of international civil society organisations (CSO) working to secure the safety of journalists in a number of pilot countries in various regions of the Global South. The group is comprised of media development, freedom of expression, and trade union organisations with journalism safety programmes in

SPORTS ARCHIVES

The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEDIA The GFMD Funding Opportunities page highlights a range of opportunities for individuals and organisations in the media, journalism, media development, and journalism support sectors. We regularly update the page, as well as our Jobs and Other Opportunities pages, to best reflect the range of support prospects for journalists

and media

KARIBU FOUNDATION GRANT PROGRAM Deadline: 15/03/2021 Grant The Karibu Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to support alternative voices from the Global South that provide alternatives to the dominant paradigms of power, distribution, and development. The grants are aimed at providing human, professional and economic resources to enable movements to continue their struggle for justice; INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM FOR EUROPE (IJ4EU): … INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM FOR EUROPE (IJ4EU): INVESTIGATION SUPPORT SCHEME . Key Information. Eligibility: They must be based in at least two EU member states or at least one EU member state and the United

Kingdom.

UNITED NATIONS: SUBMIT PROPOSALS FOR REHAM AL-FARRA The Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship was mandated in December 1980 by UN General Assembly Resolution 35/201. Formerly known as the DPI Training Programme for Broadcasters and Journalists from Developing Countries, the programme was renamed in 2003 in honor of Reham Al-Farra, a 29-year-old Jordanian public information officer who was killed in the 19 August MISINFORMATION PROJECT REPORTING BURSARIES IN CANADA The Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) is an international network of journalism support and media development organisations. We act together to support journalism and media through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. GFMD SEEKING REGIONAL IMPACT COORDINATORS GFMD SEEKING REGIONAL IMPACT COORDINATORS . GFMD International Media Policy and Advisory Centre (IMPACT) is an initiative that aims to assist donors, funders, policy-makers, practitioners, and other stakeholders in making informed, evidence-based decisions on strategies, programming, funding, and advocacy for media development and journalism support. CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR YOUNG INDEPENDENT MEDIA MDIF VENTURES OPENS CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR YOUNG INDEPENDENT MEDIA . Key Information. Eligibility: Applicants must have a commitment to the provision of unique, credible, independent news, reducing information poverty, addressing accountability, or strengthening debate in the public interest. UNESCO PARTNERSHIPS ON GLOBAL MEDIA DEFENCE FUND UNESCO is launching a new Call for Partnerships to support not-for-profit organizations under the Global Media Defence Fund with the aim to join forces with specialized partners in the undertaking or upscaling of projects that bolster journalists’ legal protection and/or enhance media freedom. UNESCO invites innovative proposals for

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How to Support Journalism and Media in Response to COVID-19 Crisis

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FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES WATERSHED SENTINEL MAGAZINE: CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – INDIGENOUS JUNIOR REPORTER MENTORSHIP PROGRAM IN CANADA DEADLINE: 18/06/2021 MENTORSHIP Watershed Sentinel magazine invites applications for its new Indigenous Junior Reporter Mentorship program with the goal contribute to capacity-building in journalism in western and rural Canada, through hands-on learning opportunities with direct mentorship by an experienced Indigenous journalist.

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UN WOMEN/GUYANA: CALL FOR PROPOSALS FOR A MEDIA PARTNER

DEADLINE: 7/06/2021

GRANT UN Women Multi-Country Office (MCO) Caribbean is seeking a Media Partner to engage with other media, sports and other sectors to develop and roll out an advocacy campaign

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MEKONG DATA JOURNALISM FELLOWSHIP 2021 DEADLINE: 27/06/2021 GRANT The East-West Center and Internews’ Earth Journalism Network launcched a fellowship which provides the opportunity to develop data journalism skills and support data-driven investigations into water security challenges and solutions in the Mekong region.

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FROM OUR NETWORK

CREATING A COMMUNITY FOR FEMALE JOURNALISTS – THE MARIE COLVIN JOURNALISTS’ NETWORK Ahead of International Women’s Day 2021, GFMD spoke with the Marie Colvin Journalists’ Network to discuss how the organisation came to be, how their members carry on Marie Colvin’s legacy, the many issues facing female journalists.

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GFMD LAUNCHES NETWORK ANALYSIS STUDY On March 01, GFMD launched its second network analysis study with the aim of better understanding our network, examining the connections among those associated with GFMD, and solidifying our knowledge of the greater media development and journalism support community.

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GFMD WELCOMES NINE NEW MEMBERS In January, 2021, following approval from our Steering Committee, GFMD welcomed nine new members to our ever-growing community of journalism support and media development organisations. The nine new members are based in nine different countries, reflecting the international nature of the GFMD network.

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JOBS AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES A DIGITAL PATH TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION FOR LATIN AMERICA DEADLINE: 25 JUNE 2021 FELLOWSHIP A Digital Path to Entrepreneurship and Innovation for Latin America is creating a network of journalists and media entrepreneurs across the region. This network is harnessing the power of digital tools to create sustainable news businesses that provide news in the public interest. The program is open to young professionals and emerging leaders, ages 25 to 40 years.

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EUROPE INVESTIGATIONS EDITOR FOR OPENDEMOCRACY DEADLINE: 30 JUNE 2021 JOB OPPORTUNITY OpenDemocracy is looking for an experienced and ambitious Europe Editor to lead their feminist investigative journalism across the continent (including eastern Europe and the South Caucasus). OpenDemocracy is looking for a skilled English-language editor who can work closely with reporters and early-career trainee fellows to guide and ensure high-quality work, from the idea stage to publication.

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IPI: HEAD OF COMMUNICATIONS AND CAMPAIGNS DEADLINE: 30 JUNE 2021 JOB OPPORTUNITY The International Press Institute (IPI) is seeking a communications expert committed to the IPI vision of campaigning to defend and advance press freedom and independent journalism around the world. IPI is looking for a bold, creative thinker who comes armed with ideas and strategic chops to harness the power of IPI’s global network to promote strong and independent journalism as a public good.

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NEWS AND UPDATES

GFMD GUIDE: HOW TO USE YOUR RIGHT OF ACCESS TO INFORMATION? GFMD’s guide on how to use your right of access to information (ATI) is intended to help journalists to use their fundamental right of access to public information. Through four steps, the resource seeks to concretely guide journalists as they are requesting information from a public authority.

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GFMD CONDEMNS ATTACKS ON MEDIA IN GAZA STRIP The Global Forum for Media Development, a network of journalism and media development organisations reaffirms its support to all journalists and media outlets reporting from Palestine and Israel, including Gaza. We express our grave concern for the safety and security of journalists, reporters, and media organisations while doing their job and call for a permanent end to all hostilities.

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DC-SUSTAINABILITY COALITION SESSION AT THE WPFD CONFERENCE 2021 During the World Press Freedom Day Conference 2021, the Dynamic Coalition on the Sustainability of Journalism and News Media – a hub for the press freedom, media development, and journalism sectors to engage with Internet governance and digital policy matters – held a workshop to strategise policies going forward.

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FREELANCE JOURNALISM EMPOWERMENT CONFERENCE

8-10 JUNE 2021

On 8 – 10 June, join Freelance Journalism Empowerment Conference to gain knowledge on pitching stories successfully, collaboration and cross-border journalism, storytelling trends and audience engagement, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Tik-Tok, Instagram and Twitter for freelance journalists, data and mobile journalism, solutions journalism, and freelancers’ best practices.

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RIGHTSCON – WORLD’S LEADING SUMMIT ON HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE DIGITAL

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7-11 JUNE 2021

In 2021, Access Now will host the 10th edition of Summit Series entirely online. RightsCon will offer a platform for thousands of participants around the world to convene, connect, and contribute to a shared agenda for the future. Join global community of technologists, policymakers, journalists, researchers, and artists, and explore opportunities to advance human rights in the digital age.

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EURODIG 2021

28-30 JUNE 2021

The Pan-European dialogue on Internet governance (EuroDIG) is an open platform for informal and inclusive discussions on public policy issues related to Internet Governance (IG). First organised in 2008 by several organisations, government representatives and experts, it fosters dialogue and collaboration with the Internet community on public policy for the Internet. Culminating in an annual conference that takes place in a different European city.

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