#Blog: Read EFJ Director @renateschroeder.bsky.social's latest piece on #BigTech, #AI and journalism: "The question is whether journalism will thrive as a niche or as a force for the many, and in what form, and under whose control?" ⤵️

Big Tech, AI, and journalism: Visibility, authority, and viability

By Renate Schroeder, EFJ Director (originally published on July 6 on CMPF blog section) With Big Tech being the gatekeepers of information and with ...

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Diesen Donnerstag: Spannendes Webinar zum EMFA mit @renateschroeder.bsky.social. Organisiert von @commit-at.bsky.social feat. @presserat.bsky.social & Concordia.

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Der European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) soll Medienfreiheit & Journalismus in Europa stärken. Doch wie wirksam ist die EU-Verordnung tatsächlich & welche Auswirkungen hat ihre Umsetzung in Österreich? Online-Update mit Expertin Renate Schröder (@europeanjournalists.org) 📅 30.4., 14h

Everyone in Europe now hoping for JD Vance campaign trail supporting Reform, AfD, RN etc 🙃 #NextStopMidterms

No thanks MAGA 🇪🇺

Words are the most powerful tool for change. 💬 ''Freedom of media is not a perk of democracy, it is the foundation of democracy. (...) Losing media freedom means losing an early warning system on the health of democracy.'' 🎙️ Ambassador Jan Braathu, @oscemediafreedom.bsky.social

“It’s not AI or social media, it’s the problem of the autocratic alliance between tech oligarchs and the governments. It used to be purely commercial but now it’s intentional and political.” 🎙️ @renateschroeder.bsky.social from @europeanjournalists.org

Advocacy mission to #Italy confirms deteriorating media freedom. Alarming findings include spyware attacks, legal harassment of journalists by governing politicians, minimal transposition of the EU Anti-SLAPP Directive, and politicisation of the public broadcaster RAI in violation of #EMFA. 🧵

Mission to Italy: MFRR flags ongoing media freedom erosion

Media freedom in Italy has continued its overall downward trajectory in the past two years, amidst the car bomb attack on one of the country’s most ...

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#Lithuania: Despite concerns raised by the Venice Commission Parliament is pushing ahead with controversial LRT reforms. We firmly oppose the bill and call on the authorities to abandon their plans to freeze the public broadcaster funding and change the procedure for dismissing the Director General.

Lithuania: Parliament pushes ahead with controversial LRT reforms despite Venice Commission concerns

On 12 March 2026, the new version of the law on the governance of Lithuania’s public broadcaster LRT will be put to a vote in Parliament, while the ...

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Today journalists and media freedom organisations raise their voices for #justice. Read our urgent appeal to fight against #impunity for crimes against journalists as well as against the dismantling of the system for combating impunity.

📢 It will give space to the voice of journalists on how to effectively support media as a key actor for democratic resilience and security. @renateschroeder.bsky.social @europeanjournalists.org @marinanord.bsky.social @vdeminstitute.bsky.social @denizwagner.bsky.social

#Serbia: The Radar newsroom has our full support amidst new online threats. The EFJ joins NUNS in urging the authorities to bring the perpetrator to justice and to deter any further acts of intimidation and violence. Journalists must be able to work safely. en.nuns.rs/ijas-urgentl...

This morning we kicked-off our @remedeu.bsky.social-EFJ Policy Workshop! We are discussing funding for journalism, new media actors and EU media regulation. “In an information ecosystem, journalism is key for trust, accuracy and accountability,” said EFJ Director @renateschroeder.bsky.social

How can the European Media Freedom Act #EMFA and the Digital Services Act #DSA work together to protect journalism in the platform environment? Join EFJ director @renateschroeder.bsky.social for this new #EMFATalk! 📅 9 Feb 2026 | 11 :00–12 :30 CET 📝 Registration: cmpf.eui.eu/events-centr...

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🚨 New #EMFAtalk! We’ll break down how: • EMFA Article 18 shields media from unfair takedowns • EMFA Article 19 creates a “structured dialogue” • DSA requires platforms to tackle systemic risks But gaps remain unclear. 📅 9 Feb 2026 | 11 :00–12 :30 CET 🔗 apps.eui.eu/EventRegistr...

Los médios de servicio publico, pilar esencial de una democracia avanzada @renateschroeder.bsky.social @molenews1.bsky.social

Once privileged, #journalists face new challenges in 21st century Europe. Discover which in our talk with @europeanjournalists.org director @renateschroeder.bsky.social & freelance reporter @martaabba.bsky.social 📆 20/01/2026 🕐 12:30 CET ✍️ Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #PulseEurope

As the weekend approaches, some pieces worth reading in the context of the crisis facing the BBC – to contextualise & what the implications might be. An overview of expert takes, incl. @rasmuskleis.bsky.social, @julieposetti.bsky.social & @renateschroeder.bsky.social in El Pais buff.ly/p8LSmQs

#UK: @renateschroeder.bsky.social in @elpais.com on the BBC. 🗞️ "This case is very dangerous when discussing the growing attacks against public service media." She calls for a focus "on the future of the BBC" & warns that "successive government budget cuts have weakened the BBC's core news output."

La BBC afronta una crisis sin precedentes por el documental sobre Trump: ¿“error de juicio” o manipulación?

Expertos en deontología periodística consultados por EL PAÍS analizan el detonante del enfrentamiento de la corporación de medios públicos británicos con el presidente estadounidense

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#Hungary: Stakeholders met during a recent @coemediafreedom.bsky.social mission described a severely restricted media environment within which independent journalism operates, while also highlighting the deep political polarisation shaping the run-up to the 2026 elections. More findings ⤵️

Hungary: Independent journalism operates in a severely restricted media environment

The European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) joins partners of the Council of Europe’s Platform for the safety of journalists in outlining our support ...

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📌 The #EuropeanDemocracyShield initiative from the @ec.europa.eu is about to be published. This is an opportunity for the EU to take stronger action to preserve and support its democracy. Earlier this year, @epd.eu, EFJ & a group of 65 organisations published a checklist for an effective Shield 🧵

#SUJ: Our first panel will explore how #AI is reshaping journalism in Europe, from audience attitudes toward AI-generated content, to ethics and the impact on journalists’ rights and working conditions. With @richardfletcher.bsky.social @renateschroeder.bsky.social

🎙️ New #CFOM podcast episode out! Presenter Dr Gemma Horton @sheffielduni.bsky.social talked with @renateschroeder.bsky.social Elena Rodina @mediafreedomeu.bsky.social Lia Chakhunashvili & Irma Dimitradze about the threats to media freedom in Europe - with a focus on #Georgia. Listen on Spotify 👇

Episode 7: CFOM at Media Freedom Rapid Response Summit

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Why the EU's rule-of-law report is toothless

Why the EU's rule-of-law report is toothless

The EU Commission envisages its rule-of-law report as a buffer against authoritarianism and a tool to strengthen democracy in the EU. In theory, this sounds promising (and desperately needed). But in practice, the commission’s reporting cycle risks becoming ornate window dressing.

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New York will have its first Muslim mayor. Virginia will have its first female governor. And for the first time in U.S. history, a Muslim woman will hold statewide office. Here's a look at historic firsts from Tuesday's elections. nyti.ms/4nDyvKs

#Webinar: Join this new webinar on #EMFA, organised by the Centre for Freedom of the Media @sheffielduni.bsky.social. EFJ Director @renateschroeder.bsky.social will provide an overview of the progress in the implementation of the EMFA across Europe. 🗓️ 12 November 🕐 2pm Register now 👇️

The conférence is just starting. Safeguarding journalism defending democracy. And for me that also means taking distance from colleagues who promote autocracy @renateschroeder.bsky.social @jonathanpiron.bsky.social @journalismnews.bsky.social

#MFRR is in Brussels for its annual Summit! Looking forward to inspiring discussions on the urgent challenges facing media freedom in Europe. First panel: How to ensure economic viability in the #media sector moderated by @renateschroeder.bsky.social.

⏰ JOB ALERT: We are looking for a full-time Project Assistant to join our team of 8 staff based in the EU district in Brussels! Read more about the position 👇 europeanjournalists.org/about-efj/jo... #Job #emploi

#Belgium: We call for an investigation into the two separate attacks on @occrp.org freelance journalist Erika Di Benedetto by law enforcement. She was covering a protest in #Brussels following the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. Journalists must be protected by the police, not injured.

Mapping Media Freedom: Belgium: Freelance journalist Erika Di Benedetto repeatedly assaulted by law enforcement while covering a protest (2025-10-02)

On 2 October 2025, Erika Di Benedetto, a freelance journalist and photo editor at the Organized…

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And finally our new report is out! 📃 'Stronger Minds, Stronger Media: Why protecting journalists’ mental health is essential for journalism’s future' authored by Emma Thomasson. This report synthesised existing research & offers key insights into the factors contributing to mental health issues.

Stand Up for Journalism: New report calls for stronger mental health frameworks in media organisations

Today the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) and The Self-Investigation release a new report entitled “Stronger Minds, Stronger Media: Why ...

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