RNW Media Joins Call for Stronger EU Action on Democracy and Civic Space
RNW Media has joined over 30 civil society and media organisations in a joint statement – led by the European Partnership for Democracy (EPD) – urging the European Commission to step up its efforts to protect democracy, freedom of expression and civic space across the EU.
Media Viability in the Age of AI
What does media viability really mean in an age of AI, shrinking funds, and platform power? At the International Journalism Festival 2025, RNW Media explored this question in our side event, “Sustaining journalism: A fresh take on media viability in the era of AI.”
International Fact-Checking Day: Fighting Misinformation, One Fact at a Time
There is a wide array of international days that we can celebrate, unfortunately, a day often overlooked is International Fact Checking Day, celebrated on April 2nd each year. It serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of verifying facts in an era dominated by social media, viral stories, and the rapid spread of misinformation
RNW Media Launches New Strategy to Strengthen Public Interest Media
We are proud to announce the launch of our 2025-2027 strategy, a renewed commitment to strengthening public interest media in an increasingly complex digital landscape. This strategy focuses on media viability and information integrity, ensuring that public interest media can thrive for audiences worldwide.
The Reverse Brussels Effect: Human Rights, Free Speech, and the Future of Online Spaces
EU regulations face mounting challenges, particularly as some platforms and global actors push back against EU-led governance. Are we, in fact, witnessing a reverse Brussels Effect—where external pressures and tech giants influence the EU rather than the other way around?
Press Release: RNW Media and 16 Organizations Sign the Haarlem Declaration on the Ethical Use of AI in Digital Media
As the world grapples with the rapid evolution of AI in digital media, RNW Media and 15 media, civil society, and academic organizations have signed the Haarlem Declaration: Championing AI for Advancing Inclusive, Safe, and Reliable Digital Media Spaces.
Georgia’s Protests: Women, Resistance, and a Hijacked Future
Georgia’s protests represent a critical moment in the nation’s history. This article includes an interview with a digital media strategist whose personal story encapsulates the broader struggles faced by activists.
Fact-Checking Ends at META: A Blow to Media Integrity Under Trump
As the Trump administration takes office amidst META’s controversial policy changes, our vigilance in media consumption becomes paramount. This inauguration day, we examine META’s recent decision to end third-party fact-checking. This could fundamentally alter the integrity of global media, affecting not just American users but also communities worldwide.
Human Rights Tulip: Amplifying Frontline Voices
The Human Rights Tulip shines a spotlight on an unshakable reality: defending human rights is essential to building a fairer, more just world. Organized by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the award does more than honor achievements.