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Second call open: Apply for content production grants for small media in the Western Balkans

Are you a small media outlet in the Western Balkans that is passionate about producing high-quality, independent journalism? The SMS Facility project invites applications for its small grants for media content production scheme, offering financial support of up to 7,000 EUR per outlet. The financial support provided through this public call aims to enhance the overall quality and professionalism of media content production in

Open call for media professionals from CEE and Western Balkans: Apply for the AI in media masterclass in Prague

Learn from global industry experts and explore cutting-edge AI solutions to drive innovation and uphold ethics in news production Are you a media professional from Central and Eastern Europe, or the Western Balkans, interested in artificial intelligence? Apply for the masterclass on AI in Media: Shaping the Future of Journalism with Innovation and Ethics, designed for media professionals in managerial and executive roles, or

Free online workshops for journalists: Boost your Mobile and Multiplatform journalism skills 

Enhance your journalism skills through free online workshops, mentoring, and get an opportunity to win cross-border production grants Thomson Media offers comprehensive capacity-building support for young and mid-career journalists from the Western Balkans countries. The support, part of the EU-funded project Strengthening Quality News and Independent Journalism, consists of free online two-part workshops on Mobile and Multiplatform Journalism, customised mentoring, a masterclass, and a

The smallest ethno museum in Dzepciste as the largest classroom for cultural heritage

A tiny treasure trove: Exploring Macedonian cultural heritage in the smallest ethno museum Article was originally published HERE. You can easily learn about Macedonian history and culture in Tetovo, you just have to come to the smallest ethnological museum of Simeon Zlatev-Mone in the village of Dzepciste where he keeps about 2000 old objects. Out of these, 900 are placed in just 9 square

One building, one million stories: Zenica’s Hotel Internacional

A witness to history and human resilience Original article was published HERE. Neglect in the post-communist era forced a Bosnian architectural gem to close years ago. But it continues to live in urban memory and contemporary culture. On 23 September last year, Sabiha Bajramovic entered Zenica’s Hotel Internacional for the first time after more than two decades. As one of the extras in the

Four things to remember when launching digital subscriptions

Package journalism as a service and make your subscribed users feel exclusive This article was originally published by The Fix Media. Launching a digital subscription service can be exciting and challenging for any media organisation. Amid the dire financial situation of media, especially small ones, digital subscription is often seen as a way to forge a more direct and financially independent relationship with the

How television series promote police propaganda

Unmasking copaganda: How TV police dramas shape public perceptions of law and order Original text was published HERE. Television series dedicated to the work of police officers and detectives have been among the most watched and widespread for decades. A closer examination of these series reveals much about societal perceptions of the police, attempts by the institution to manage media narratives about itself, as

The perspective of young artists in North Macedonia and Albania: Creative passion versus the harsh reality in the art world

Exploring the struggles, opportunities, and contrasting realities faced by emerging artists in North Macedonia and Albania Original article was published HERE. Young visual artists often navigate through a maze of challenges as they strive to find their place in the energetic art world. Due to insufficient institutional support and information on accessing funding, these young creatives find themselves at a crossroads between artistic integrity

Meet the regional award jury for the EU Investigative Journalism Awards 2024

Recognising excellence in investigative journalism across the Western Balkans and Türkiye As the national ceremonies for the EU Investigative Journalism Awards 2024 unfold, we are excited to introduce the members of the evaluation jury tasked with assessing the entries in the regional category. This initiative aims to highlight exceptional investigative stories, encourage collaboration, and elevate the standards of investigative journalism across the Western Balkans and

Serious games and gamification in journalism: How interactive content is changing the way we tell stories

Interactive storytelling: Merging games and journalism for impactful stories One of the greatest challenges writers face is bringing their characters to life – capturing their inner thoughts, struggles, and choices in a way that feels genuine and relatable. With each word, we try to weave a story that allows readers to step into our characters’ shoes, experiencing life through their eyes. After all, what

EU Investigative Journalism Award 2024: Introducing the national jury

Celebrating excellence in investigative journalism across Western Balkans and Türkiye After extensive review and thoughtful deliberation, the evaluation process across the Western Balkans and Türkiye has been completed. We are pleased to introduce the National Evaluation Jury, a group of esteemed journalism and investigative reporting professionals who chose the best out of record 283 applications. The Jury has meticulously analysed each submission based on

Podcast Separated voices: Artists above dichotomy 

Exploring the tough choices female artists face beyond their creativity The podcast episode, entitled “Artists above Dichotomy,” presents three artists: Aleksandra Đukić, Mona Lacko, and Jelena Grujicić. In this episode, authors Tamara Tica and Mirana Dmitrović, talk to three female artists – from a slightly different angle. They do not deal with their creativity but with the conditions in which they live and work,
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