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UZBEKISTAN: Establishment of journalistic standards and multimedia formats in independent Uzbek medias environmental reporting

Following an fact-finding mission, IDEM identified Uzbekistan’s cautious media opening as an opportunity to strengthen independent journalism. This project focuses on combining multimedia journalism training with environmental reporting. Key activities include workshops for journalists and students, a research trip to the Aral Sea, the development of a textbook on environmental journalism, and a Training of Trainers program for journalists and NGO PR staff. The initiative also promotes networking between media professionals and environmental NGOs to foster independent, high-quality reporting.

(With financial support from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), and the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA).

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Round tables for journalists with representatives of the National Statistics Committee (Jalal-Abad and Osh / Kyrgyzstan)

Roundtable discussions with representatives of the National Statistics Committee and local journalists took place in the south of Kyrgyzstan. The heads of the National Statistics Committee reported on data collection formats, questionnaires and the forthcoming census in 2020.

For the first time in Kyrgyzstan, methods of coordinating surveys using specialized inspections and geolocalization through a mobile application are being applied: It ensures that real people participate in the survey.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Reference book on data journalism (Russian-Kyrgyz)

The handbook provides the basis for integrating the subject of data journalism into the curricula of journalism training.

The handbook is designed to be relevant to the practical training of journalists and to meet the scientific-pedagogical requirements of practice-oriented university teaching in terms of content and methodology.

PDF E-Book

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Advanced training for journalism lecturers from colleges and universities in data journalism (Osh / Kyrgyzstan)

In an intensive course lasting several weeks, lecturers from Kyrgyz universities have learned about and developed online and offline concepts of data journalism in order to offer them in their own university courses.

In addition to methods of data journalism, they practiced the use of databases and quality management in data journalism and discussed the integration of data journalistic content into existing teaching curricula.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Data journalism schools in Jalal-Abad and Osh / Kyrgyzstan

During a journalism school lasting several weeks, students and young journalists worked with terms such as data sources, data set, csv, excel, scraping.

During a visit to the GIZ (German Society for International Cooperation) in Jalalabad, the young data journalists researched the condition of the Arslanbob forest, which is the only source of income for many people in the region. They published their materials in local media.

Beispielbeitrag: External Link

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3rd Industrial Forum Media Toptoo (online - international with focus on Central Asia)

Professionalism and independence of the media in Kyrgyzstan, ensuring that citizens have better access to diverse and balanced information, are less susceptible to media bias, and are able to make better informed civic decisions that reflect the priorities of their communities to best serve the public interest, was the goal of the 3rd Media Forum Toptoo. The media conference was organized by Internews International in Kyrgyzstan. IDEM supported the forum with speakers who gave presentations and discussions on how to produce compelling content and quality advertising to improve monetization and generate income. Due to corona restrictions the conference was held online this year.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Training of Trainers in Multimedia Environmental Reporting (Tashkent / Uzbekistan)

Journalism trainers from different regions of Uzbekistan have expanded their skills in environmental reporting using multimedia elements. During the trainings, which IDEM organized this year in cooperation with our Uzbek partner organization Center for Development of Modern Journalism in different regions of Uzbekistan, the participants* have designed and applied their own training units.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

LAMPA 2020 - International online conference on data journalism (Russian-speaking community - worldwide)

LAMPA 2020 is the first online data conference for Russian-speaking data enthusiasts. For the first time IDEM - in cooperation with the School of Data Kyrgyzstan - brought together journalists, Russian-speaking media managers, students, lecturers, analysts, researchers, designers and IT specialists. They developed their data knowledge, exchanged experiences and further developed the Russian-speaking data community.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

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Medien-Marathon PODIL-72 (Kiew / Ukraine)

Ukrainian employees of NGOs were trained in digital publishing. With this practical know-how, they can use online formats to expand and improve their public image and communication for their NGOs. They have produced videos, photos and multimedia texts - right from the heart of Kiev, the time-honored Podol. IDEM carried out the project together with the Goethe Institute Kiev.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Data Hackathon Competition (Bishkek / Kyrgyzstan)

Just in time for the International Open Data Day, the Data Hackathon started in cooperation with the Data School Kyrgyzstan and Internews International. It lasted 48 hours. Several experts in different teams developed, researched and produced their own features. The Hackathon created a space for informal learning and, with evidence-based media products, increased the capacities, knowledge and potential of local media and created synergies in the field of Open Data between journalists, editorial offices and experts.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

2nd Industrial Forum Media Toptoo (Bishkek / Kyrgyzstan)

The goal of the Industrial Forum Media Toptoo is to promote the professionalism and responsibility of the media of Kyrgyzstan and the countries of Central Asia. It focuses on market trends in the media sector. Media Toptoo 2019 became the largest media event in the country. More than 500 media interested people, including speakers and participants from nine different countries, came to Kyrgyzstan to participate in the second Media Toptoo Industrial Forum. IDEM supported this event with its experts. The event was hosted by Internews as part of the Media-K project financed by USAID.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Training of Trainers (ToT) in Data Journalism (Bishkek / Kyrgyzstan)

Data journalism trainers from different regions of Kyrgyzstan have produced and published data journalistic media stories in teams. In addition, they have led training sessions during other IDEM trainings that took place in Kyrgyzstan this year. Their stories have been widely shared in the social media, published several times, translated into other languages, quoted by members of parliament, retweeted by opinion leaders and highlighted by journalist organizations.

A particular success is the award for a paper that was produced as part of IDEM's ToT training and that was chosen by the International Journalists Network (IJNet) of the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) as an "outstanding example of data journalism in the Russian-speaking world in 2018".

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Round table discussions with journalists (different cities all over Kyrgyzstan)

At the regular round tables IDEM alumni and participants in current IDEM training courses discuss with other journalists from Bishkek and the regions who are interested in an informed exchange.

Topics were among others:

• Conflicts and radicalization
• Possibilities of using data in the prevention of prejudice and hatred in the media
• Procedures for statistical analysis of the Statistical Office in the Batken Oblast
• Ways of effectively forwarding information to the media and the public
• Preparation of officially collected data at the State Statistics Office

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Data journalism hackathon “Hack Poverty” (Bischkek / Kirgisistan)

In cooperation with AUCA (American University Central Asia) and School of Data Kyrgyzstan IDEM organized the hackathon “Hack Poverty” in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

The hackathon was the first event of this kind ever held in the country. One of the goals was creating synergies between professionals of various sectors, connected around the topics of open data, society wellbeing and informing public opinion. For this, we have partnered with the State Committee of Information Technologies and Communication and international organizations such as World Bank, UNDP, FAO and WFP.

All of these partners have actively engaged to bring their data, expertise and experts around the issues of eradicating poverty and increasing well-being in Kyrgyz society.

Examples:

• A story about an average poor girl from the statistics, by Kaktakto https://kaktakto.com/analitika/o-chem-mogut-rasskazat-cifry-zhizn-obychnojbatkenskoj-devochki-poyavivshejsya-iz-statistiki/
• A story about how to fix the problem with child malnutririon, by 24.kg https://24.kg/obschestvo/79472_vsego_tri_soma_vden_mogut_izmenit_jizn_rebenka/
• A story about the vicious circle of labour migration and poverty, by Govori tv http://govori.tv/?p=14762

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Data journalism hackathon “Hack Poverty” (Bischkek / Kirgisistan)

In cooperation with AUCA (American University Central Asia) and School of Data Kyrgyzstan IDEM organized the hackathon “Hack Poverty” in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The hackathon was the first event of this kind ever held in the country. One of the goals was creating synergies between professionals of various sectors, connected around the topics of open data, society wellbeing and informing public opinion. For this, we have partnered with the State Committee of Information Technologies and Communication and international organizations such as World Bank, UNDP, FAO and WFP. All of these partners have actively engaged to bring their data, expertise and experts around the issues of eradicating poverty and increasing well-being in Kyrgyz society.

As a result stories based on data have been published. These stories are featured in the popular and established Kyrgyz media.

Examples:

• A story about an average poor girl from the statistics, by Kaktakto External Link
• A story about how to fix the problem with child malnutririon, by 24.kg External Link
• A story about the vicious circle of labour migration and poverty, by Govori tv External Link

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

1. Industrial Forum Media Toptoo (Kyrgyzstan)

This nationwide media conference was aimed at media representatives from all areas. It was organized by Internews and supported by IDEM with experts. The Forum supports the establishment of high quality and independent local media in the country - whose positive trend is encouraged by a dynamic market, relative freedom and the prospect of an increase in advertising market volume.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Fact-Finding-Mission (different regions in Uzbekistan)

During a fact-finding mission to Uzbekistan, IDEM researched the current situation of Uzbek journalists and media, met with staff members of national and international organizations, discussed their current priorities and analyzed their current scope of work. The report serves as a basis for further activities in the field of media development cooperation.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

"Tell it Online" - 48 hours Podil (Kiev / Ukraine)

The project "Erzähl's Online 48 Stunden Podil" aimed at qualifying young Ukrainian employees* of NGOs for digital publishing. During the project they were given practical know-how, they learned how to use online formats to expand and improve their visibility and communication in their own projects or for their NGOs. The project was conceived as a 48-hour workshop in the library of the Goethe-Institut Ukraine, based on the idea of a marathon in which an online product (blog, online newspaper/magazine) is developed, created and finally published, involving all departments involved in a production, such as editing, layout, IT, marketing.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Data driven journalism training - Bishkek / Kyrgyz Republic

A group of select media professionals have completed a Training of Trainers (ToT) in data journalism jointly hosted by IDEM.Institute and Internews in Kyrgyzstan. They are expected to support IDEM as trainers for specialized data-driven journalism cascade training of regional journalists and to contribute in their respective media outlets with data visualization and storytelling through data. Looking forward to great data stories this year!

The project is implemented with support of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the World Bank and USAID Kyrgyz Republic.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Economic reporting from the regions - Practical training for journalists from Southern Caucasus in Telavi / Georgia

Rural areas are often marginalized. This training provides 15 journalists from Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia with practical tips to expand their coverage in a relevant and compelling manner to the regions of their countries. They come into direct contact with micro-entrepreneurs in the Pankisi Valley, who do not back down despite the high unemployment in their region. The journalists train attractive and efficient reporting about people in focus of business and finance. Seminars are in Russian and English.

Project partners are the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in the Southern Caucasus and the Media and Communication Educational and Research Center (MCERC) Tbilişsi. This project is funded by the Federal Foreign Office.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Protection of minorities and religious freedom in the media - Training for journalists from Southern Caucasus countries in Telavi / Georgia

Journalists from Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia train the practical tips during a research trip in a region of Georgia with predominantly Muslim population. In this way, they bring about cultural values and liberal ideas in relation to the consciousness of the population and their traditional characteristics. The seminar is held in Russian and English.

Project partners are the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in the Southern Caucasus and the Media and Communication Educational and Research Center (MCERC) Tbilişsi. This project is funded by the Federal Foreign Office.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Conflicts in Media: Training for Journalists from Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia in Telavi/Georgia

15 Journalists from Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia work on a concrete fieldwork and learn how to deal with contradictions in own values and principles during a research and yet continue to report in a neutral way. They practice on the ground the selection of a careful language, distant research and accurate and neutral reporting of facts, in order to manage conflicts and crises reporting professionally. Seminar is held in Russian and English.

Project partners are the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in the Southern Caucasus and the Media and Communication Educational and Research Center (MCERC) Tbilişsi. This project is funded by the Federal Foreign Office.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Conflict Sensible Reporting and Protection of Journalistic Sources Media Training for Journalists from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Moldova, Russia and Ukraine in Kutaisi/Georgia

In this hands-on media training experienced journalists can improve their professional knowledge and skills in reporting on conflict situations, how to avoid and identify propaganda and fake news, information verification and the protection of sources, material and personal security. The training is conducted in Russian language.

The project is financed by Auswärtiges Amt der Bundesrepublik Deutschland and supported by Abkhazintercont (AIC) Georgia.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Political Campaigning, PR and Social Media for Members of NGO, Civic Society and Political Parties in Tbilisi/Georgia

In this project a group of 20 PR workers of political parties, NGOs and civic society organizations in Georgia could be trained in political campaigning. Based on the understanding of how political communication in liberal societies works participants could create their own political campaigns with the help of different online tools as one within a variety of communication instruments. Core of the training was to provide skills in how to get the political message across: How to win the voter`s , reader’s and listener’s heart by successful PR work.

The project is financed by Auswärtiges Amt der Bundesrepublik Deutschland and supported by Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in Southern Caucasus.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Security correspondents for media in Kyrgyzstan

In this project, Kyrgyz journalists gain knowledge and skills that help them to enforce their right to freedom of expression and freedom of expression also in reporting on security issues. The project has been developed by IDEM at the request of the OSCE Center in Bishkek as a multi-year concept. This context-specific media training was aimed at Kyrgyz media workers who professionally report on terrorism, religious extremism and security measures. The minorities in Kyrgyzstan as well as the political situation of the neighboring countries in the Central Asia region are taken into account. The seminar was conducted in Kyrgyz and Russian.

The project was financed by the German Federal Ministry for Cooperation (BMZ) and the OSCE, and supported by the Kyrgyz OSCE Academy Bishkek.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Personal security in dangerous situations Security training for journalists in Kyrgyzstan

Based on the current dangers caused by the influence of extremist groups, a curriculum for the training of Kyrgyz journalists has been worked out in close cooperation with the OSCE Center in Bishkek to protect media workers in dangerous situations. Journalists from all over Kyrgyzstan were invited to the security training "Journalists' behavior in conflict and crisis situations". Special attention was paid to the participation of women and representatives of minority media. The seminar was conducted in Kyrgyz and Russian.

The project was financed by the Auswärtiges Amt der Bundesrepublik Deutschland and supported by the Kyrgyz OSCE Academy Bishkek.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Round Table Talks on Security Issues for Media Workers in Kyrgyzstan

Since 2016 round table talks have been held for chief editors and heads of Kyrgyz media under the patronage of IDEM in various places in Kyrgyzstan. During these regular follow-up rounds, the media builders exchange experiences and discuss solutions for reporting on extremism and terrorism in the region and around the world. These discussions will also lead to the informal networking of journalists who are researching topics such as corruption, religious extremism and terrorism. The round table talks are organized, moderated and documented by IDEM, and conducted in Kyrgyz and Russian.

The project is financed by the German Federal Ministry for Cooperation (BMZ) and the OSCE, and supported by the Kyrgyz OSCE Academy Bishkek.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Analysis of Media in Tajikistan and of Exile Media from Uzbekistan

IDEM's experts regularly hold talks with journalists from Tajikistan to analyze the need for security measures for media makers in the countries of the Central Asia region. This also applies to targeted discussions with exiled Uzbek journalists. The results of the needs analysis are evaluated and shared in English and Russian with the stakeholders.

The project is financed by the German Federal Ministry for Cooperation (BMZ) and the OSCE, and supported by the Kyrgyz OSCE Academy Bishkek.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Mastering In-Depth Reporting on Business, Finance, and Economy Media training for young professionals in journalism from Southern Caucasus in Tbilisi/Georgia

The 15 participants from Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia learn how to report about economic, business and finance topics in a way that this is attractive, efficient and according to the role of a free and fair media. Besides theoretical lectures they get practical tasks related to inputs given by experts on economic issues.

The project is financed by Auswärtiges Amt der Bundesrepublik Deutschland and supported by Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in Southern Caucasus and Tbilisi Media and Communication Educational and Research Center (MCERC).

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Cultural Values and Diversity Reporting Media training for young professionals in journalism from Southern Caucasus in Tbilisi/ Georgia

The 15 participants from the countries of the Southern Caucasus learn how to report about cultural (related to European values) topics in a way that this is attractive, efficient and according the role of a free and fair media. Besides theoretical lectures they get practical tasks related to inputs given by experts on cultural issues and diversity reporting. The training is conducted in Russian and English.

The project is financed by Auswärtiges Amt der Bundesrepublik Deutschland and supported by Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in Southern Caucasus and Tbilisi Media and Communication Educational and Research Center (MCERC).

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Reporting on Conflict and Crisis Situations Media training for young professionals in journalism from Southern Caucasus

The 15 participants from Azerbaijan, Armenia and Georgia learn how to report about conflict and crisis situation topics in a way that this is sensitive, efficient and according to the role of a free and fair media. Besides theoretical lectures they get practical tasks related to inputs given by experts on conflict and crisis situation issues. The training is conducted in Russian and English.

The project is financed by Auswärtiges Amt der Bundesrepublik Deutschland and supported by Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in Southern Caucasus and Tbilisi Media and Communication Educational and Research Center (MCERC).

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Preparation of Professional Literature on Journalism and Media in Azerbaijan, Armenia and Georgia Technical literature for training and education of journalists at universities, journalist schools and editorial offices

In order to meet the requirements of a modern training of journalists and the increasing demand for a serious, neutral and fair reporting based on journalistic standards, IDEM develops a series of journalistic literature in cooperation with the universities in Baku, Yerevan and Tbilisi. The professional textbooks are provided, amongst others, at faculties for journalism, communication and media sciences. With its focus on comprehensive practical training, future - and already practicing – media workers are to be tuned to specific situations in their professional life. The practical manuals contain exercises and solutions for teachers as well as the entire teaching material is also ideally suited for self-study.

The project is financed by Auswärtiges Amt der Bundesrepublik Deutschland and supported by Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in Southern Caucasus and Tbilisi Media and Communication Educational and Research Center (MCERC).

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Conflict Reporting and Data Security Workshops for Journalists from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Russia and Ukraine in Kutaisi/Georgia

IDEM offered a training for journalists with at least five years of professional experience to intensify their knowledge and skills in information verification, how to avoid propaganda, reporting on conflict, the protection of sources, material and personal security. The training was conducted in Russian language.

The project is financed by Auswärtiges Amt der Bundesrepublik Deutschland and supported by Abkhazintercont (AIC) Kutaisi/Georgia.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Tell us the truth - Citizen Journalists from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russia and Georgia in Dialogue Workshop in Tbilisi/Georgia

Accompanied by a mentor program, young people from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Russia learn to work with camera, cutting programs and get to know the basics of journalism. A professional journalist from the hometown of the participant will coach him as a personal mentor partner for the length of two months. Good contributions were published on a professional media platform. Along the way the participants get to know each other and communicate on equal terms in spite the many conflicts dividing the region. The training was conducted in Russian.

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The project is financed by Auswärtiges Amt der Bundesrepublik Deutschland and supported by Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom in Southern Caucasus.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Study for Open Society Foundation

On request of Open Society Foundation IDEM assembled a list with public contact information of focus journalists and stakeholders on three specific topics for each European country, sorted by media outlet.

The project is financed by Open Society Foundation and supported by IDEM Network.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Diaspora in Dialogue - Caucasian Rapprochement Video workshop for young people in Armenia and Azerbaijan

Under the title „Your Story, My Story: Bridging the Void“ IDEM invited young people in Armenia and Azerbaijan to record some of their fellow citizens fates as refugees of the Nagorny Karabach conflict. A group in Azerbaijan and a group in Armenia had been trained on narrative interviews and video production with digicams and mobile phones. At a workshop in Georgia, the combined participants presented their work and identified a winner. The training was conducted in Russian language.

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The project is financed by Black Sea Trust and supported by IDEM Network.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

Sing for Democracy – Eurovision in Azerbaijan Media Freedom, Human Rights and the European Song Contest

IDEM was the exclusive and official partner of “Sing for Democracy” (www.singfordemocracy.org). Together with the local human rights activists of Sing for Democracy, IDEM was the contact for European journalists and politicians concerning the human rights campaign around the Eurovision Song Contest 2012. IDEM offered background information, contacts and events details on citizen rights and media freedom. Together with Friedrich Ebert Foundation IDEM invited representatives from leading German and Austrian media to meet officials and opposition leaders in Baku.

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The project is financed by IDEM and Friedrich Naumann Foundation, and supported by Sing for Democracy.

For further information, please contact Dr. F. von Franqué, franque@idem-institute.org

Empowering People Through Citizens'Journalism Community Radio for the Civil Society in Albania

With the title ‘Empowering People through Citizens’ Journalism’ IDEM and its partners have established with YOURadio Tirana and Elbasan a community (campus) radio and a web portal (www.yradio.org). They provide local civil society organizations, looking after vulnerable groups in society, direct access to the media.

The station is carrying a series of programs on activities of these organizations. Additionally, the project offered representatives of NGOs free participation in six courses in public communication. As a result, the community will be better informed of important social themes, which are not reported on in the mainstream media. The project has potential to be further developed to cover main urban centers and continue work with organizations outside Tirana. The training was conducted in Albanian language.

The project was financed by UNDEF, and supported by IROM and University of Tirana.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org

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Empowering People Through Citizens'Journalism Community Radio for the Civil Society in Albania

With the title ‘Empowering People through Citizens’ Journalism’ IDEM and its partners have established with YOURadio Tirana and Elbasan a community (campus) radio and a web portal (www.yradio.org). They provide local civil society organizations, looking after vulnerable groups in society, direct access to the media.

The station is carrying a series of programs on activities of these organizations. Additionally, the project offered representatives of NGOs free participation in six courses in public communication. As a result, the community will be better informed of important social themes, which are not reported on in the mainstream media. The project has potential to be further developed to cover main urban centers and continue work with organizations outside Tirana. The training was conducted in Albanian language.

The project was financed by UNDEF, and supported by IROM and University of Tirana.

For further information, please contact Dr. Butmaloiu, butmaloiu@idem-institute.org