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.
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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”
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
Amkelwa Mbekeni-Kapanen, a radio multi-professional, spent two weeks in February 2024 in Tanzania with the Jamii FM community radio team, learning about radio production from peers. What were Amkelwa’s starting points when she volunteered, and what does the experience look like in retrospect?
Press Freedom Day seminar: Can polarisation be stopped? Panel discussion with journalists and parliamentarians
What would politicians want from the media – and journalists from politicians?
Kaius Niemi asked two journalists and two members of parliament in a panel discussion at the Freedom of the Press Day seminar.
A constructive culture of debate is made possible through cooperation, which is ultimately framed by the media’s operating logic.
The Vikes team and board were renewed. What do our new contributors think about the role of development cooperation in Finland, about generations of journalists or about Vikes role in the changing Finnish media landscape?
In March, a new chairman, long-time journalist Jarmo Koponen, was appointed to lead Vikes’ board.
In April, the Vikes team was revamped when the new Vikes team was appointed as a global education expert and Media more vociferous now!
-and as a communications expert, communications professional Tiina Helin joined Vikes as a journalist and non-fiction writer Kristiina Markkanen and as a communications expert, communications professional Tiina Helin.
Vikes’ Make Media More Diverse Now! project supports media houses in creating more pluralistic editorial practices
Vikes invites media houses to join a project to work with editorial staff to find ways to make more diverse journalism a reality. Make media more diverse now! also supports journalists from migrant backgrounds and creates a network for underrepresented groups in the media.
