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Azerbaijan’s 2022 media law outlawed independent journalism. Exiled reporter Parvana Gurbanli says she’d be in prison if she were home. Raids, arrests, censorship and harassment define the landscape while Europe looks away due to energy interests.
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“If I were in Azerbaijan right now, I would probably be in prison” Exiled journalist Parvana Gurbanli about how the regime is punishing independent journalism
Azerbaijan has long been considered an authoritarian regime. For many years, the press has been restricted. But the 2022 “On Media” Law finally bans independent journalism.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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Join our #communications team as Digital Communications and Outreach Assistant. Help shape ECPMF’s social media, newsletters, and campaign visibility 🔍

Apply through our online form: https://ecpmf-sce-mbh.jobs.personio.de/job/2425883?language=en&display=en
November 25, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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If harassment or intimidation is stopping your reporting, the JiR programme provides a secure base in Leipzig: rent-free apartment, €1,000 monthly stipend, counselling, visas, travel, and training. Apply by sending the required documents to us ⬇️
https://www.ecpmf.eu/support/journalists-in-residence/
November 25, 2025 at 8:18 AM
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Facing a SLAPP, defamation case or legal pressure over your reporting? ECPMF offers funded legal support and expert guidance.

If you need help, apply today.
https://www.ecpmf.eu/support/legal-support/
Legal Support – ECPMF
ECPMF offers and coordinates legal support for media on matters related to free speech for individuals and organisations .
www.ecpmf.eu
November 24, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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We are seeking a Digital Communications and Outreach Assistant 👀

Apply before 9 January 2026: https://ecpmf-sce-mbh.jobs.personio.de/job/2425883?language=en&display=en
November 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Saturday read ☕

New tools are reshaping whistleblower safety. Encrypted “digital safes,” legal support, and anonymous matching are lowering the first-mover risk in an era of intense employer surveillance. Accountability now depends on collective, protected disclosures.
https://ow.ly/rehv50XvG3E
New Tools to Reduce the Risks for Whistleblowers
Two new digital platforms seek to solve many of the problems and vulnerabilities that prevent whistleblowers from coming forward.
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November 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Hungary’s top tabloid Blikk has been acquired by pro-government Indamedia. MFRR urges the new EU Media Board to launch an immediate assessment under EMFA.

Media pluralism in #Hungary is at stake.
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Hungary: MFRR Calls for EU Media Board Assessment of Blikk Acquisition
MFRR calls on the EU Media Board to assess the Indamedia–Blikk merger amid rising concerns over media capture in Hungary.
www.mfrr.eu
November 21, 2025 at 10:33 AM
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👀 ECPMF is looking for a creative communicator to support digital output, events, and outreach. Part-time role with German TV-L 8 salary and remote option.

Deadline 09 January 2026: https://ecpmf-sce-mbh.jobs.personio.de/job/2425883?language=en&display=en
November 20, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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Bosnia’s public broadcaster (BHRT) is on the verge of collapse. Radio-Television of Republika Srpska has ignored the law and accumulated over 100M KM in debt, putting BHRT at existential risk and even triggering the possibility of a flight ban tied to unpaid liabilities.
https://ow.ly/Jk3M50Xuxiu
November 20, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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ECJP 2026: Call is out now!

The European Collaborative Journalism Programme (ECJP) supports crossborder collaboration among journalists from all of the 46 member states of the Council of Europe.
https://www.toepfer-stiftung.de/was-wir-tun/european-collaborative-journalism-programme
European Collaborative Journalism Programme | Alfred Toepfer Stiftung F.V.S.
Wir sind in Hamburg verankert und nehmen zugleich ganz Europa in den Blick. Wir fördern Kunst & Kultur, Bildung & Gesellschaft, Wissenschaft und Zukunftsgerechte Landnutzung.
www.toepfer-stiftung.de
November 19, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Happening today at 14:30 CET! 🟢

Our Rebecca Harms brings together speakers from Lviv Media Forum, Suspilne and Kordon Media to assess how Ukrainian media can remain resilient in the fourth year of the full-scale war at the Kyiv Dialogue: https://www.kyiv-dialogue.org/de/id-2025.html
November 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Under Rebecca Harms’ moderation, the panel at the Kyiv Dialogue tomorrow will examine how journalists in Ukraine document war crimes, investigate corruption and keep the public informed despite constant risk.

Register: https://ow.ly/Ae0L50XqWs3
November 18, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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ECJP 2026: Call is out now!

The European Collaborative Journalism Programme (ECJP) supports crossborder collaboration among journalists from all of the 46 member states of the Council of Europe.
https://www.toepfer-stiftung.de/was-wir-tun/european-collaborative-journalism-programme
European Collaborative Journalism Programme | Alfred Toepfer Stiftung F.V.S.
Wir sind in Hamburg verankert und nehmen zugleich ganz Europa in den Blick. Wir fördern Kunst & Kultur, Bildung & Gesellschaft, Wissenschaft und Zukunftsgerechte Landnutzung.
www.toepfer-stiftung.de
November 17, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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We are seeking a Digital Communications and Outreach Assistant to amplify our work on press freedom. Strong digital skills and an interest in media rights are essential.

Applications open now: https://ecpmf-sce-mbh.jobs.personio.de/job/2425883?language=en&display=en
November 17, 2025 at 8:20 AM
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Our Rebecca Harms will lead a discussion on the state of Ukrainian media after the end of USAID support and what is required to secure the sector’s survival: https://www.kyiv-dialogue.org/de/id-2025.html

19 November, 14:30 CET, Berlin 📅
November 15, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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Saturday read ☕

New report on local news sustainability is blunt: hire revenue staff or stall out. Outlets with dedicated revenue roles pulled in 7x more revenue. Hitting stability also hinges on building 3+ reliable revenue streams.
https://ow.ly/JrAX50Xr1Vq
Want to build a sustainable local newsroom? These 21 steps will help you get there, a new report finds
“Having dedicated staff to generate revenue was transformational to an organization’s chances of sustainability.”
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November 15, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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Ninia’s case highlights growing pressure on Georgian journalists. Since new restrictions on protests took effect in October, police have detained dozens, including reporters: https://ow.ly/Gv1M50Xqo7v
November 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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A journalist’s duty is to ask questions in the public interest.

Punishing this duty is censorship.

Agenzia Nova must restore Gabriele Nunziati to his position and respect the principles of free and independent journalism: https://ow.ly/IeI050Xqnos
November 14, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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New #FreedomOnTheNet report: People in at least 57 countries were arrested or imprisoned for online expression on social, political, or religious topics—a record high.

These repressive measures fueled the 15th consecutive year of decline in global internet freedom: https://ow.ly/9kas50Xr1Sa
November 13, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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At Kyiv Dialogue on 19 November in Berlin, ECPMF’s Rebecca Harms will moderate a panel on how Ukrainian journalists continue reporting under wartime conditions and severe economic strain: https://www.kyiv-dialogue.org/de/id-2025.html

Register and join the vital discussion!
November 13, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Sixteen European and regional media organisations have urged PM Albin Kurti to take action to resolve the financial and governance crisis at RTK. The letter warns that RTK’s continued paralysis endangers its independence, credibility, and ability to serve the public.
https://ow.ly/tA4Q50XqpTV
Media groups urge Kosovo to resolve RTK crisis
European media organisations call on Prime Minister Kurti to release RTK’s funds and secure independent, sustainable public broadcasting in Kosovo.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:10 PM
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ECPMF is #hiring a Digital Communications and Outreach Assistant to support social media, content creation, and community engagement. Part-time, Leipzig or #remote in Germany.

Apply by 09 January 2026: https://ecpmf-sce-mbh.jobs.personio.de/job/2425883?language=en&display=en
November 13, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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📅 Tomorrow, at the Europe Calling webinar our Flutura Kusari will explain how SLAPPs undermine democratic debate and why stronger legal safeguards are needed. The discussion brings together leading voices defending free expression in Europe.

More info: https://europe-calling.de/en/webinar/slapps/
November 12, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Media freedom orgs from across Europe have written to the Government of Kosovo, expressing deep concern over the crisis at RTK. We call for the release of the broadcaster’s approved funds, the restoration of its Board, and the appointment of a permanent Director General.
https://ow.ly/3HTr50XqpR7
Media groups urge Kosovo to resolve RTK crisis
European media organisations call on Prime Minister Kurti to release RTK’s funds and secure independent, sustainable public broadcasting in Kosovo.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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After a short pause, the insurance program for Ukrainian media professionals working in high-risk areas is back.
https://www.ecpmf.eu/attention-colleagues-registration-for-insurance-for-ukrainian-journalists-is-now-open/
Attention, colleagues! Registration for insurance for Ukrainian journalists is now open
The program, which has already proven its effectiveness in supporting journalists, camera operators, fixers, and editors, is once again open for applications. It is part of the International Insurance Fund for Journalists (IIFJ) initiative, implemented by the Association of Independent Regional Press Publishers of Ukraine (AIRPPU) in cooperation with Ukrainian and European partners.
www.ecpmf.eu
November 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM