Here you can find some key dates for a journalist’s calendar. Events/forums and conferences taking place in 2023 worldwide. Such gatherings offer unique insights into the world of journalism, raise conversations about critical issues, introduce new tools and practices, as well as provide a chance to create a strong collaborative community.
OCTOBER
EUROPEAN CENTRE FOR PRESS AND MEDIA FREEDOM, INTERNATIONAL PRESS INSTITUTE, EUROPEAN JOURNALISM CENTRE
UNCOVERED Conference 2023 | Brussels, Belgium | 12-13 October 2023
UNCOVERED is the annual conference of the Investigative Journalism for Europe (IJ4EU) programme. Organised by the European Centre for Press and Media Freedom, in partnership with the International Press Institute and European Journalism Centre, UNCOVERED brings together investigative journalists, funders, policymakers, and civil society members to discuss the opportunities and challenges of cross-border investigative journalism. More info: https://uncovered.ij4.eu/uncovered-conference-23/
THOMSON REUTERS FOUNDATION
Trust Conference | London, United Kingdom | 19-20 October 2023
Trust Conference is the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s flagship annual event and a leading human rights forum. It has a specific focus on matters of media freedom, digital rights, climate change, socio-economic inclusion, and responsible and sustainable business models. The conference brings together some 600 delegates from diverse sectors representing more than 60 countries, including journalists, human rights advocates, global corporations, lawyers and government representatives. More info: https://event.trustconference.com/event/7fd73801-77ad-4c92-a091-6df31d1e07e0/summary
MEDIA FOUNDATION FOR WEST AFRICA
WAMECA 2023 | Accra, Ghana | 19-21 October 2023
The Conference brings together about 500 participants made up of key personalities, organisations (local, regional and international), media practitioners, academia, activists and civil society organisations to reflect on the challenges and changing trends in the areas of free expression, media development and access to information, and to develop strategies in tackling these challenges. It also features representatives from governments, ECOWAS, the diplomatic community and development partners as well as all the national partners of the MFWA from all 16 countries across West Africa. More info: https://www.mfwa.org/issues-in-focus/wameca-2023-receives-825-entries-from-15-countries/
BLOOMBERG
Africa Business Media Innovators | Cape Town, South Africa | 30 October – 1 November 2023
This year’s convening will examine the rapidly shifting and transformative trends, new media models and innovative financing solutions re-shaping the future of media and journalism in Africa and globally. More info: https://www.bloomberg.com/company/press/bloomberg-africa-business-media-innovators-forum-2023-to-convene-leaders-from-across-africa-and-internationally/
NOVEMBER
THESSALONIKI FILM FESTIVAL
64th Thessaloniki International Film Festival | Thessaloniki, Greece | 2-12 November 2023
The Thessaloniki International Film Festival (TIFF) focuses on independent cinema and emerging filmmakers from around the world and is held every November in Thessaloniki. TIFF features international competition sections, and its program includes tributes to major filmmakers and national cinemas, as well as sidebar events such as masterclasses, exhibitions, live concerts, and workshops. More info: https://www.filmfestival.gr/en/
ARENA CLIMATE NETWORK (ARENA FOR JOURNALISM IN EUROPE)
Climate Arena Conference | Vienna, Austria | 10-11 November 2023
The Climate Arena Conference unites journalists, scientists, and researchers, with the shared goal of improving climate reporting in Europe. It is a working conference intended to plant the seeds of future collaboration: participants are encouraged to set up teams, develop working relationships, and launch projects. More info: https://climatearena.eu/
WITS CENTRE FOR JOURNALISM
African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) | Johannesburg, South Africa | 20-22 November 2023
This year’s 19th gathering of Africa’s finest journalists will offer three days celebrating great work, sharing with and learning from each other. Last year, over 400 participants from 36 African countries (and 10 others) engaged in over 80 sessions. It is the place to be if you are or want to be an investigative reporter. More info: https://aijc.africa/
DECEMBER
ARAB REPORTERS FOR INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM (ARIJ)
ARIJ 16th Annual Forum | Amman, Jordan | 1-3 December 2023
ARIJ Forum is the largest annual event for independent media in the Arab world, focusing on honing the skills of journalists and fact-checkers in conducting investigative journalism and exploring new tools and the latest trends in the investigative media field. More info: https://arij23.arij.net/arij23/en.html
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