Where Democracy Falters, Art Carries On
What do music, films, and art have to do with democracy? Myanmar-born artist May and Taiwanese musician-diplomat Freddy Lim believe that art is precisely what helps people understand one another — even in places where freedom of expression is restricted and societies...
Where Democracy Falters, Art Carries On
Myanmar-born artist May and Taiwanese musician Freddy Lim explain why art can strengthen democracy, freedom of expression, and understanding between people.
Conciliatory journalistic analysis paves the way for a multi-voiced debate
Researcher at The Finnish Association for Conciliatory Journalists Sopiva Mikko Hautakangas and journalist Noora Kettunen write in their blog about conciliatory journalism as a basis for a multi-voiced debate.
Sharmila Thakuri is an economics journalist whose investigative articles have led to a pending law change in Nepal.
Sharmila Thakuri specialized in economics because economics is at the root of almost all social problems. She has faced discrimination during her career, but has also received a lot of support.
How are kindergarten children and the local newspaper related?
Eveliina Kälviäinen, who is a board member of Vikes and the editorial manager of a local newspaper, reflects on the role of the local newspaper in media education.
20 years for freedom of expression and human rights
The Foundation for Communication and Development will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2025. Salla Nazarenko has been involved in Vikes for many years as Executive Director and Board Member. She has seen the foundation evolve from a small “diminutive workshop” to an agile international player.
Salla Nazarenko:This work is really needed
The Foundation for Communication and Development will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2025. Salla Nazarenko has been involved in Vikes for many years as Executive Director and Board Member. She has seen the foundation evolve from a small “diminutive workshop” to an agile international player.
