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We’re happy that our colleague Meenal will be joining the Lviv Media Forum to share insights on solutions journalism and...
07/05/2026

We’re happy that our colleague Meenal will be joining the Lviv Media Forum to share insights on solutions journalism and approaches that help foster more constructive, less polarized reporting, especially in conflict and fragile contexts 🔎.

💬Around at the Forum? Meenal would love to connect with fellow journalists, partners, and anyone curious about our work!

Think unforgettable experiences, international friendships, real-world learning, and living your story in a beautiful fo...
07/04/2026

Think unforgettable experiences, international friendships, real-world learning, and living your story in a beautiful foreign city.

📣There’s only 1 spot left. Don’t miss it!

👉🏻 https://toleducation.org/courses/goa2026/

🗣️“Perfect introduction!”“I’m very satisfied.”“Today’s session was very informative.”“The lecture was delivered in a way...
19/03/2026

🗣️“Perfect introduction!”
“I’m very satisfied.”
“Today’s session was very informative.”
“The lecture was delivered in a way that was easy to follow.”
“Everything was clear and thoroughly explained.”

Feedback like this means a lot to us. We truly appreciate every response we receive - but most of all, we’re grateful that our lectures and trainings resonate so well with participants🙏🏻.

Through our Level-Up project, we travel across cities and regions of the Czech Republic, meeting people and sharing practical knowledge on how not to get lost in the online world. From misinformation and artificial intelligence to scams, online safety, and more - our goal is to help people navigate the digital space with confidence 💻.

We’ve partnered with Alap Hírek to support their journalists in creating election coverage that truly serves their audie...
17/03/2026

We’ve partnered with Alap Hírek to support their journalists in creating election coverage that truly serves their audience. 🗳️ We met in Budapest and discussed the importance of actively listening to what people care about and how to report on key issues through a solutions lens.

With Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections approaching in a highly polarized media environment, this kind of reporting matters more than ever.

Instead of focusing only on polls, tactics, and political clashes, the goal is to bring attention to policies, real challenges,
and possible ways forward.

And ALAP’s audience already showed great interest in the solutions-driven approach. The team received more than 350 responses to their call-to-action indicating what topics matter to them 🗞️.

A big thank you to the Evens Foundation — this work wouldn’t be possible without their support. We truly value their partnership.

The new Czech government is moving to restrict funding for nonprofits like Transitions that support independent media an...
12/03/2026

The new Czech government is moving to restrict funding for nonprofits like Transitions that support independent media and democratic initiatives abroad. Your support means Transitions can continue holding power accountable, our important on-the-ground reporting, coverage of stories others ignore, and journalism and media literacy programs.
📣Become a member today: https://transitionsmedia.org/becomemember2026/

Transitions is co-organising a pre-conference at ECREA 2026 in Brno — our first collaboration with Lund University's CDR...
23/02/2026

Transitions is co-organising a pre-conference at ECREA 2026 in Brno — our first collaboration with Lund University's CDR (Communication, Defense Willingness and Democratic Resilience) research environment.

Communication and Democratic Resilience: Perspectives and Pathways 🗓 September 7, 2026 | Masaryk University, Brno

The event explores how communication practices, media systems, and civic engagement can strengthen democratic mindsets and institutions amid polarisation, disinformation, and societal uncertainty.

For Transitions, this is a chance to contribute concrete lessons learned from our media development and media literacy work in Central and Eastern Europe to academic research on democratic resilience.

Call for abstracts is open. Topics include:

→ Fostering democratic resilience through media and communication → Countering disinformation and rebuilding institutional trust → Empowering citizens through participatory communication → Innovative approaches to communicative resilience → Case studies from the field

Abstracts (250–500 words) to [email protected] by April 12, 2026 No registration fee | ECREA membership not required

Full CfP → ecrea2026brno.eu/pre-post-conferences-call-for-abstracts/

Learn how to uncover hidden networks behind sanctions evasion using OSINT and data analysis. Strengthen your ability to ...
13/02/2026

Learn how to uncover hidden networks behind sanctions evasion using OSINT and data analysis. Strengthen your ability to detect coordinated manipulation and disinformation campaigns on social media, especially during election periods.

And as your work gains impact, discover how to navigate institutional pressure while protecting your journalistic integrity.

Ready to start? Find it here:

Investigating Russia’s Sanctions Evasion Networks: https://education.transitionsmedia.org/enrol/index.php?id=35
Detecting Election Interference:
https://education.transitionsmedia.org/enrol/index.php?id=44
Navigating Institutional Pressures & Strategic Crisis Communication:
https://education.transitionsmedia.org/enrol/index.php?id=36

11/02/2026

Together, we met with trainers from different age groups and backgrounds to talk more closely about the Level up project, the development of its game, and to get on the same wavelength so we’d be ready to train others.

This is how our Train the Trainers session in Prague went - once again in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Such a joy! And we’re already looking forward to hitting the road across the Czech Republic next ✨

You’ve already met Meenal and Kateřina S., so today it’s time to introduce Kateřina L. a little more closely 👀.Kateřina ...
01/02/2026

You’ve already met Meenal and Kateřina S., so today it’s time to introduce Kateřina L. a little more closely 👀.

Kateřina is our Senior Media Literacy Manager & Digital Education Lecturer - a true all-rounder who develops media education projects, mainly for older adults, and jumps in wherever she’s needed. Think versatility, curiosity, and a deep passion for sharing knowledge.

What led her to Transitions? A love for teaching and working with older generations, whose life experience turns every workshop into a two-way exchange.

Outside of work, Kateřina is a solo traveler at heart, torn between the magic of Ireland and the Himalayas - for their history, landscapes, people, and yes, great food.

Her advice?
Never underestimate anyone’s ability to learn. Age is not a limit, curiosity is the key and asking the right questions will always matter more than having all the answers.
We’re very happy to have you, Kateřina ✨

Thinking about joining a summer journalism program?Join our Q&A online webinar on February 9, 2026, at 2:30 PM EST / 8:3...
20/01/2026

Thinking about joining a summer journalism program?

Join our Q&A online webinar on February 9, 2026, at 2:30 PM EST / 8:30 PM CET and get your questions answered directly by Professor Michael T. Martinez and Transitions Executive Director Jeremy Druker.

Learn more about the program, admissions, and what you can expect from the experience.

👉🏻Q&A: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/IeSigmJMQieB0oZftkQqVA
👉🏻Going on Assignment: https://toleducation.org/courses/goa2026/

How can solutions journalism help newsrooms truly belong to the communities they serve?In our latest podcast episode, Me...
10/01/2026

How can solutions journalism help newsrooms truly belong to the communities they serve?

In our latest podcast episode, Meenal Thakur and Jeremy Druker speak with Catarina Carvalho, founder and editor of Mensagem de Lisboa, about what community-first journalism looks like in practice — from live journalism and deep listening to hyperlocal reporting on housing, climate, and urban life.

This conversation explores how small newsrooms can build trust, invite participation, and create impact far beyond the page and what larger media organisations can learn from them.

🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7l642yUeQ4jJ6TNJMm3Q9o?si=2fc51010eb3c4ffd

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