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Rewriting climate journalism: Bridging the gap between science and audiences
As climate change intensifies, how can journalists make audiences care? At the 2024 iMEdD International Journalism Forum, experts discussed how climate journalism can overcome public apathy by bridging the gap between scientific data and audience engagement.
Journalism and the struggle against overtourism with journalist Yannis Palaiologos
Liliane De Brauwer, journalism student at Panteion University discussed the challenges of reporting on overtourism with journalist Yannis Palaiologos, co-founder of “Sustainable Cyclades,” a journalistic project covering aspects of this crisis.
What journalists can do to increase transparency in algorithmic systems
AI and opaque algorithms increasingly drive life-altering outcomes, shaping everything from online content to government decisions. As their influence expands, how can journalists push for greater accountability?
Engaging the public with creative investigative formats
Investigative journalism is thriving, but as freelance reporter Jose Miguel Calatayud highlighted at the iMEdD International Journalism Forum 2024, it often seems that the primary audience for these stories is other journalists.
“Through food, you can see where the power lies”: Lessons from investigating the food industry
Isaac Pollock, a University of Pennsylvania student, and iMEdD’s International Journalism Forum Pop-Up Newsroom reporter, highlights key insights from a panel of female investigative journalists, specializing in food-related investigations.
How newsrooms can attract donors: Key insights from philanthropy experts
At the iMEdD International Journalism Forum 2024 in Athens, experts from leading philanthropic and journalism organizations gathered to discuss how newsrooms can build lasting donor relationships and secure funding.
“We’ve only just started”: A discussion with investigative reporter Paul Radu
iMEdD interviews Paul Radu, Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director of the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (ΟCCRP), on exposing cross-border organized crime with big data, money laundering and the need to share investigative tools with the public, while still upholding the core values of journalism.
Press Freedom in Europe: Challenges, interventions, and perspectives
Why are European journalists increasingly concerned about press freedom? What challenges do they face?
News Avoidance: Ideas for reconnecting the public with journalism
Can public trust in the media be restored? What kinds of content make investigative journalism more accessible? Can broader representation of social groups help reverse news avoidance?
Bridging the gap: Engaging audiences in investigative food journalism
Food and cooking videos dominate social media, with 43% of Instagram users ranking food and drink as their top interest. However, much of this content focuses on entertainment rather than addressing critical issues in our food systems.
