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Exposing power without fear: Inside a documentary on systematic political employment in Montenegro

An award-winning investigation into nepotism, public institutions, and accountability after the 2020 change of government Nikola Milosavić Aleksić and Tatjana Ašanin came into their latest documentary with substantial experience. They had already completed two major investigative films, one exposing abuses in the Podgorica Waterworks and another examining the intelligence services and the “Udar” affair. This time, however, the scope was wider and the consequences

Validation Booster: Empowering media innovators  

Driving media innovation: How the Validation Booster helps creators validate and grow their ideas The Validation Booster is a six-month acceleration programme designed to help media organisations, initiatives, and individual content creators validate and refine their business ideas. Through funding opportunities, mentorship, peer-to-peer learning, and hands-on training, the programme has built a strong foundation for innovation across the Western Balkans and wider Europe.   The

Unlock media innovation: Apply for the Validation Booster programme

Tailor-made support for European media outlets, networks, and content creators to validate business ideas Are you working in a media outlet, initiative, or are you an individual content creator who wants to learn how to validate media-oriented business ideas? If so, the Validation Booster (VB) call is an opportunity you do not want to miss! Implemented as a part of Media Innovation Europe 2.0.,

Celebrating excellence: Meet the winners of the Award for Reporting in Culture

Honouring the voices shaping culture and creativity across the region The Culture and Creativity for the Western Balkans (CC4WB) project, supported by the European Union, has successfully highlighted the power of storytelling in fostering dialogue across the Western Balkans. Focusing on strengthening the cultural and creative sectors, the initiative aimed to enhance skills, improve access to financial aid, and support the circulation of creative

Why small media outlets are failing on YouTube – and how to fix it

A short guide for small media outlets to maximise growth on YouTube After a decade of working with media organisations on YouTube optimisation, I’ve noticed a concerning pattern: small media outlets are leaving millions of potential views on the table. While they produce excellent content daily, their YouTube presence often resembles a digital ghost town. The most frustrating part? They already have everything they

Why SEO should be a priority in your website redesign: Insights from Akta.ba

SEO as a game changer for a seamless website relaunch Akta.ba is one of the leading business portals in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It features a business news portal, a tender service, and a detailed company and institution registry. Over the past two decades, they have been able to greatly serve the business community in BiH with this unique mix of offerings.  Personally, one of

Short stories for a long-lasting impact: RTV Slon Tuzla reaching audiences with bite-sized narratives

From tradition to innovation: Redefining local media through short-form video storytelling RTV Slon Tuzla stands as a vital pillar of local media, dedicated to telling the stories that shape the Tuzla region. With a strong focus on community-driven journalism, the station highlights the events, challenges, and triumphs that matter most to its local audience. Founded in the late 1990s, during a period of significant

New Year, New Resolutions: Expand your knowledge with these resources

Valuable resources for growth and success The start of a new year often brings a sense of renewal and determination. Whether you’re a seasoned media professional or an aspiring entrepreneur, there’s no such thing as too much knowledge when navigating the ever-evolving media and business landscape. To help you on this journey, we have curated resources to inspire, educate, and empower you. Learn how

Empowering local media: Join the SMS facility initiative in the Western Balkans

A €1.3 million EU-funded project supporting media freedom, pluralism, and capacity building The Center for the Promotion of Civil Society (CPCD), in partnership with Thomson Media, Kosovo 2.0, Center for Democratic Transition, Metamorphosis Foundation, and SciDEV Center, has launched a three-year regional initiative titled SMS Facility – Support for Small Media in the Western Balkans. Funded by the European Union with a budget of

How Ksenija Pavkov’s investigation exposed smuggling gang wars in Northern Serbia

How an award-winning investigation exposed corruption and violence along Serbia’s Balkan route In a gripping investigative piece that captured the region’s attention, Ksenija Pavkov revealed the reality of smuggling gang wars in northern Serbia. Her work, which earned her the regional first prize at the EU Investigative Journalism Awards for 2024, paints a stark picture of the corruption and violence gripping the Balkan route.

When systems fail: Breaking the silence on harassment and abuse through investigative reporting in Kosovo

How Kosovo 2.0’s award-winning investigations exposed image-based abuse and sexual harassment Two outstanding investigations by Kosovo 2.0 have earned recognition at the EU Investigative Journalism Awards 2024 as they shed light on forms of harassment deeply embedded in Kosovo’s society. Journalists Aulonë Kadriu and Dardan Hoti split the third prize with their newsroom colleague Dafina Halili by reporting untold stories of suffering, silence, and

Revolutionising newsrooms: Insights from the AI in Media Masterclass in Prague

A transformative programme in Prague equips European media executives with AI-driven insights and tools to navigate the future of journalism The Executive Learning Series successfully concluded with the fourth and final event for 2024. Twenty-four representatives of European media participated in the AI in Media masterclass, organised in Prague from 5-6 December. The programme targeted media professionals in managerial and executive roles, as well
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