Webinars

Webinar: Freedom of Information (FOI) in Europe

This webinar will explore the importance of Freedom of Information/Access to Information (FOI/ATI) for journalists in Europe. In theory, most European countries have laws in place that ensure journalists and citizens can access government information. Participants will get an overview of the critical role that FOI plays for journalism.

Media freedom through transnational lenses: insights from Montenegro and North Macedonia

This webinar presents the findings of two shadow reports assessing the state of media freedom in Montenegro and North Macedonia, highlighting progress, ongoing challenges, and recommendations for EU and national stakeholders.

MFRR Webinar: Taking stock: 709 attacks on media freedom in the first six months of 2025

Join the MFRR webinar on 18 Sept to explore 709 press freedom violations across Europe in 2025, with insights from experts and country case studies.

Satire on trial: The case of Leman and the shrinking space for media in Turkey

Join MFRR’s 28 July webinar on the crackdown against Leman magazine and what it reveals about the growing threats to press freedom and satire in Turkey.

Assessing Hungary’s foreign funding bill

Join top Hungarian journalists on May 26 to examine the impact of Hungary’s foreign funding bill on press freedom, media funding and democracy in the EU.

Reporting on protests amid repression in Turkey, Serbia, and Georgia

Join us on 30 April for a World Press Freedom Day webinar on threats to journalists reporting on protests in Turkey, Serbia, and Georgia.

The State of Media Freedom in 2024: 1548 attacks against the press in Europe in a year

Join the MFRR webinar on March 4, 2025, to discuss 1,548 press freedom violations in Europe in 2024. Hear expert insights on key challenges.

Tackling political pressure and legal challenges to revive media freedom in Croatia

Join our expert webinar on 24 February to discuss media freedom in Croatia, SLAPPs, legal reforms and press independence. Register now!

Depoliticising the Media landscape: discussing findings of MFRR report on Poland

Join MFRR’s webinar on media freedom in Poland post-2023 elections. Expert speakers discuss progress, challenges, and findings from MFRR’s mission and report.

Beyond Borders: Temporary Relocation Programmes for Journalists at Risk

Join our webinar featuring ECPMF, Shelter Cities, ICORN, and CAHR as they discuss the role of relocation programmes in safeguarding journalists at risk.