Decentralising media support for the world's majority

Amid disinformation, economic turmoil and state control of the free press, how do we shift power to independent newsrooms? How can the journalism community tear down structural barriers and support vibrant media ecosystems that are built ground up - and in service of their communities? Join our speakers from local newsrooms, and regional and global organisations, as they explore these critical questions during a historic moment for public interest media.
This event is set up as a series of short talks, with each conversation lasting 20 minutes, and continuing over drinks!
> Introduction by Preethi Nallu
> Decentralised media development - the role of regional journalism hubs and organisations. Speakers Dinesh Balliah, Che de los Reyes and Rawan Damen, moderated by Eli Moskowitz.
> Innovation and revenue for public interest media - contextual trainings and local leadership. Speakers Kim Bode and Noreen Gillespie, moderated by Sannuta Raghav.
> Collaborative journalism and media innovation - forming local-global connections with equity. Speakers Shereen Daver, Ariadne Papagapitos and Bilal Randeree, moderated by Ryan Powell.
> Media amid conflict - recalibrating amid change - and stasis. Speakers Aida Al-Kaisy and Alesya Marokhovskaya, moderated by Roby Alampay.
> Insights from the FT Strategies team on global trends in engagement and distribution strategies for diverse audiences. Speakers George Adelman and Aled John.
This event is hosted by Report for the World and supported by FT Strategies.