Media and free flow of information

Over the past decade, digital surveillance targeting journalists has shifted from scattered, state-run monitoring to a full-fledged commercial industry that spans continents. This study, commissioned by the International...

Public interest media is one of the least funded sectors in development cooperation5. This brief asks what it would take to change that, and what role EU MS, EU institutions, and CSOs can play. It focuses on engaging “new types of...

In time for the World Press Freedom Day 2026 #WPFD, and building on the richness of the TED Network's expertise, our WG3 Capacity4Dev channel now hosts an extensive repository of publications on information integrity, media...

(c) Council of the European Union World Press Freedom Day 2026: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union Democracy cannot exist without a free press. Independent media is a cornerstone of any democratic...

The article presents a cross-border fellowship for MENA journalists working in conflict-affected contexts, aimed at improving skills in conflict reporting, safety, and ethics through shared learning and mentorship. It also...

Fighting disinformation should go beyond fact-checking and “debunking” and instead focus on strengthening local journalism as the foundation of information integrity. It explains that trusted, community-based media are best placed...

The article argues that media diversity is at risk in the age of AI and platform-driven information systems, which tend to concentrate power, amplify biases, and reduce visibility for independent and minority voices. It calls for...

The OECD Recommendation of the Countil on Information Integrity aims to guide countries in tackling disinformation and ensuring the integrity of information systems. It highlights the importance of a multi-stakeholder approach...

The UNHCR Information Integrity Toolkit is a practical guide designed to help humanitarians understand, respond to, and prevent the harmful impacts of misinformation, disinformation, and hate speech on digital platforms. It...