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Belarusian journalist Larysa Shchyrakova among Free Media Awards winners
August 26, 2024
Exiled voices: German film sheds light on persecution of journalists, featuring Belarusians
July 09, 2024
BAJ: «Belarusian independent media are technologically ahead of the media markets of neighboring countries»
July 08, 2024
Belsat TV faces uncertainty: Will promised ‘new opportunities’ deliver?
July 05, 2024
The representatives of Belarusian propaganda media accredited to cover the Olympics in Paris
June 19, 2024
“The decision of the Executive Analytical Center was a setback, but not a tragedy.” Media managers and experts comment on the new order allowing to seize domain names
April 11, 2024
27 sharp splinters to remind the war is not over. An exhibition honoring Ukrainian journalists opened in Vilnius
February 26, 2024
Fact-checking Rimas Bružas’ column on LRT: 2% real vs 50% claimed
Last week, many Belarusians living in Lithuania were disturbed by the column written by journalist Rimas Bružas. Among other things, the author intended to show that Belarusian migrants who ‘bring along a stinking snake of disrespect towards our [Lithuanian] way of life’ are not welcome in the country.
The text only presented a few facts, but one figure was easily verifiable. Journalist Siarhei Tsverdzichau questions certain claims from the high-profile story through a research.
February 08, 2024
“Belarusian media funding is declining, while competition from Russian media is on the rise.” Is there a solution?
January 19, 2024
The most reassuring thing is getting feedback from the audience”. Belarusian independent media’s take on the year’s results and their plans for the future
In 2023, Belarusian journalists launched new projects, conducted investigations, and exceeded their targets. Meanwhile, they also faced personal problems such as the death of loved ones and burnout. Some took their first holiday in years. The Belarusian Association of Journalists interviewed representatives of the independent media to find out how they fared during the year.
December 28, 2023
Support for journalists and media, solidarity campaigns, European awards, and TikTok launch: BAJ yearly closure
Despite working in exile and being labeled as “extremist” by the Belarusian regime, BAJ initiated a high-profile solidarity action last year, continued to provide comprehensive assistance to journalists and editors and, backed by the European Federation of Journalists, resumed the Free Word Award. This is just a short list of what has been achieved.
It’s time to review the year.
December 26, 2023
Reform.by media is on the brink of closure
December 22, 2023
Reporters need helmets, body armor, and psychological support. What challenges do media in Israel face?
October 13, 2023
“Independent media is experiencing a business model collapse, and society is subjecting itself to self-censorship.” Highlights from the Freedom House report
Internet freedom in Belarus deteriorated further during the coverage period. The government intensified its suppression of online critical voices, blocking of independent media outlets and information sources, and use of legislation to criminalize online materials produced by what it deemed to be “extremist” or “terrorist” groups. Although virtually all nonstate media outlets are now operating from exile, they continue to disseminate content via social media and messaging applications.
October 05, 2023
Physical threats, disinformation, censorship. Six modern challenges for the media
September 13, 2023
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