Updates from IMA projects, events, and international media cooperation.
July 2026
Where does freedom of speech end? Publix discussion in Berlin
IMA attended a Thursday discussion at Publix on freedom of expression, hate speech, and democratic public debate. The conversation with Ronen Steinke, legal expert and political editor at Süddeutsche Zeitung, and Publix director Maria Exner focused on the boundaries between open debate, insult, hate speech, and incitement.
For IMA, the discussion was especially relevant to our work in journalism training and media development. It raised important questions about careful language, responsible reporting, and the role of journalism in shaping public discourse.
June 2026
Youth Media Labs Moldova 2026: the first workshop took place in Chișinău
From 25 to 27 June 2026, IMA organized the first Youth Media Labs Moldova 2026 workshop in Chișinău in partnership with the Independent Journalism Center of Moldova.
The training brought together young people interested in journalism, research, verification, storytelling, and ethical decision-making. Over three days, participants worked on practical approaches to media production, discussed the role of journalism in democratic societies, and developed their own story ideas.
The Chișinău workshop is the first of three Youth Media Labs in Moldova. Further workshops will take place in Bălți and Comrat.
The project is funded by the Auswärtiges Amt (Federal Foreign Office) of Germany.
June 2026
IMA at the Open Day of the German Federal Foreign Office
IMA attended the Open Day at the Auswärtiges Amt (Federal Foreign Office) in Berlin. The event offered insights into current discussions on international cooperation, public diplomacy and Germany’s role in a changing world.
For IMA, these topics are closely connected to our work in media development, democratic dialogue, and international exchange. The event also provided an opportunity for informal exchange and new conversations, including a brief encounter with Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul.
May 2026
Youth Media Labs Moldova 2026 is coming to Chișinău
Youth Media Labs Moldova 2026 will take place in Chișinău from 25 to 27 June 2026. Organized by the International Media Academy (IMA) in partnership with The Independent Journalism Center of Moldova, the workshop will support young people interested in journalism practice, research, verification, ethical decision-making, storytelling, and publication.
The project is funded by the Auswärtiges Amt (Federal Foreign Office) of Germany. More information and the call for participants are available here.
May 2026
Diplomacy in times of upheaval: DGAP discussion in Berlin
IMA attended a DGAP discussion on Rolf Nikel’s book Der schmale Grat: Die Kunst der Diplomatie in Zeiten des Umbruchs. The evening explored the role of diplomacy amid war, geopolitical fragmentation, and pressure on the rules-based international order. For IMA, the conversation was especially relevant to our work in contexts where dialogue, communication, and trust cannot be taken for granted.
May 2026
Security as an information issue: Atlantic Talk in Berlin
IMA attended the Atlantic Talk “Zwischen Unterstützung und Zurückhaltung: Die transatlantische Partnerschaft im Ukraine-Krieg” hosted by the Deutsche Atlantische Gesellschaft. The discussion highlighted Ukraine’s resilience, disinformation, hostile narratives, and the role of civil society in resisting pressure. For IMA, this perspective closely aligns with our work with partners in Ukraine, Georgia, and Armenia.
April 2026
What does the future of democracy look like in a fragmented world? · Berlin (DGAP)
IMA participated in a high-level discussion at the German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP) on the future of the liberal international order.
The conversation addressed global tensions, competing political models, and the role of democratic institutions in an increasingly fragmented world.
For IMA, these discussions connect directly to our work supporting independent journalism and strengthening media resilience in complex environments.
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