20 years for freedom of expression and human rights
Vikes celebrated its 20 years of work for global freedom of expression by thanking the founders of the foundation and people committed to its longterm work. On March 26th, the Gillet Bar & Bistro in Helsinki was filled with friends, supporters and partners of...
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.
Women’s role in Nepal’s media landscape improves, but major changes require a shared will among media houses
Shreya Paudel, Programme Manager at the Centre for Investigative Journalism (CIJ) in Nepal, shed light on the state and future of Nepal’s media scene.
What does the Nepali media scene look like from the perspective of early-career journalists and women? And what ideas does Paudel have for promoting gender equality in the media?
Finnish organisational expertise to the world: with the help of Miessakit, Vikes trained editors and forepersonnel in Dhusamareb, Somalia
Vikes’ workshop on sexual harassment prevention in Dhusamareb was another step towards gender equality and safety in the media sector. The insights from the workshops and the concrete changes in the editorial offices show the will and commitment towards a more inclusive and respectful media environment in Somalia.
Somalia’s Minister of Financial Information visited Vikes to learn from the Council for Mass Media in Finland
The Somali Minister of Information Abdiraham Al-Aladalaa spent 9 days in Finland networking with the Council for Public Information and media experts.
The Somali government aims to establish a media self-regulatory body to support fresh democracy in Somalia.
Marjo Heinonen appointed Executive Director of Vikes
The Executive Director of the Foundation for the Development of Journalists will change in August.
At its meeting on 25 June, the Board of Directors of the Foundation for Communication and Development, or Vikes, elected the new CEO.
Marjo Heinonen, Master of Health, was appointed to the position on 25 June.
Vikes Volunteer Programme in Tanzania: Radio professional Amkelwa experiences the importance of African radio in building community unity as a volunteer with Jamii FM
