Why Media21?

The Media21 Global Journalism Network initiative works with established local and international journalists, including major media organizations. It helps to facilitate and improve the independent reporting of the most pressing issues facing the planet.

It provides:


For professional journalists

  • Workshops, field trips, short-term fellowships, one-day seminars on key global issues;  
  • Practical reporting and editorial production;
  • A global perspective for the reporting of key planetary themes;
  • Access to key information resources and experts in Geneva and their worldwide networks;
  • Experience sharing with participating editors, journalists, and producers;
  • A network of Media21 alumni from developing and industrialized countries;
  • Editorial participation in the Media21 webpage;
  • Technical and editorial expertise, mainly with the use of new media;
  • Informal discussions with peers and key players;
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    For partners and sponsors


  • Access to a growing network of experienced editors, journalists, and producers interested in planetary concerns (eg. humanitarian aid, environment, climate change, peace-keeping and security, health, development, migration, world trade and finance);
  • Access to the Media21 webpage for news, opeds and linking;
  • A chance to participate in workshop panels with influential journalists;
  • The possibility to host events;
  • A highly effective platform to communicate your views;
  • Visibility through the organization and support of field trips;
  • A chance to propose themes and collaborate in future workshops;
  • Practical outcome with produced articles, broadcasts, blogs;
  • Logo and link visibility on the Media21 webpage and programmes.