Kick off: Journalism of the Future

“Carsten von Nahmen, Managing Director of DW Akademie, emphasized the importance of trust and sustainability in modern journalism at the kick-off of ‘Journalism of the Future – Sustainable Quality Media to Regain Trust’. From November 12 to 14, this program brought together global leadership, young journalists, and journalism students in Bangladesh to pave the way for resilient, ethical, and impactful reporting.

With 30 fellows set to receive hands-on training, Karin Schaedler, Program Director of ‘Journalism of the Future Asia,’ highlighted the goal of equipping the next generation with tools to tackle challenges like misinformation and navigate the dynamic media landscape.

Andrea Marshall, Program Director of ‘Displacement and Dialogue Asia,’ reinforced the need for journalism to foster dialogue and address pressing social issues. Fellows shared their ambitions and ideas for the future of journalism, charting a collaborative and innovative path forward.

The event reflects SACMID and DW Akademie’s commitment to nurturing quality journalism through this transformational fellowship program. Stay tuned for updates!