Silence is not an option – Journalists forced into exile in Central America drew strength from collaboration and regional cooperation networks
The operational environment for the free media in Central America deteriorated dramatically in 2025. Authoritarian governments in Nicaragua and El Salvador drove independent media outlets into exile, but journalists continued their work nonetheless and strengthened…
Constructive food talk or meat scandals? Media as an arena for food debate
Food unites, but food talk divides. The Martha associations vegetarianism policy raised strong emotions and raised the question: why is the food debate heating up? Moniäänisen median kuumat perunat debate explored the responsibility of the media and the possibilities for creating a constructive food debate.
Female journalists’ organization Sancharika Samuha promotes the position of female journalists in Nepal
Female journalists in Nepal suffer from harassment and pay inequality that drives them out of the industry. However, the way gender issues are addressed in the media has improved.
Trust is key in the fight against disinformation
Vikes board member, journalist and non-fiction writer Salla Nazarenko discusses ways to combat disinformation in an algorithm-driven media environment.
The women-led Nepali Times is an exception in Nepal
Sonia Awale, editor-in-chief of the English-language Nepali Times, took an unusual route to becoming a journalist. She believes that women bring new perspectives to journalism.
An historical advancement in Somalia – disability rights and inclusion strengthened by legislative changes and media work
Vikes expert Wali Hashi organized a two-day seminar through the Vikes’ supported CAFIS organization in Mogadishu, Somalia on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The theme of the seminar was “Changing attitudes in society towards persons with disabilities”
