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As a Media NGO, we strengthen foreign reporting by facilitating transnational research, by educating journalists and by bringing together media workers with differing perspectives into a conversation about themselves and the world. As an Agency, we deliver stories researched on-location and offer an alternative to the traditional news ticker. We're always aware of the events about which the media

reports - and how they choose to do so. Over 250 journalists and media activists from all over Europe come together in our Network. They combine vast knowledge of their respective countries with thematic expertise, journalistic professionalism and engagement.

14/02/2025

A public talk “11 Years Of Reporting About A War Against Your Country” focusing on the challenges of reporting on Russia’s war against Ukraine.

Azerbaijan's independent media finds itself in a pressure cooker, facing heat from all sides.With six more journalists d...
08/01/2025

Azerbaijan's independent media finds itself in a pressure cooker, facing heat from all sides.
With six more journalists detained in recent months, the crackdown on independent journalism has reached new heights. Step into our kitchen for a closer look at journalism under pressure.

What's on the menu?
• How did Azerbaijan's playbook for silencing critical voices change over time?
• What does it mean to be a journalist in Azerbaijan - at home and in exile?
• How do Europe's energy needs shape Azerbaijan's media freedom?
• What can we learn from those who keep reporting?

Whether you're a journalist trying to understand these challenges or someone who cares about press freedom, there's a spot for you at our table. We'll provide the space and drinks for an honest conversation about press freedom in an increasingly restrictive environment.

When & Where?
• 15 January 2025
• 6-8 pm
• n-ost media hub, Berlin

For more information and to register, follow the link in bio or visit https://n-ost.org/event/kitchen-talk-press-freedom-under-pressure-in-azerbaijan

Stay tuned for our upcoming kitchen talks:
February: Three Years of War Against Ukraine
March: Media Freedom in Orbán's Hungary

n-ost is a European journalistic network. The media NGO has a focus on Eastern Europe and is committed to cross-border and multiperspective reporting. n-ost connects journalists and media, supports research and provides training: 500 correspondents, photographers and editors work from across Europe. n-ost headquarters are based in Berlin, Germany.

Supported by Deutsche Postcode Lotterie.







High in Georgia's mountains, workers brave stunning heights to harvest Nordmann fir cones.It's a lesser-known story behi...
23/12/2024

High in Georgia's mountains, workers brave stunning heights to harvest Nordmann fir cones.

It's a lesser-known story behind Europe's favourite Christmas tree, connecting Georgian mountain peaks to millions of European homes. As 2024 draws to a close, we're reminded of these threads that bind our continent together.

The n-ost team wishes you a relaxing holiday season.
See you in 2025!

Still from “Iraklis Weihnachtsbau” by Michael Heck

Remember when we asked, 'Ready to transform your reporting?'This December, 10 journalists—5 from Germany and 5 from Ukra...
20/12/2024

Remember when we asked, 'Ready to transform your reporting?'

This December, 10 journalists—5 from Germany and 5 from Ukraine—met in Berlin, turning an ambitious vision for cross-border collaboration into reality.

During an intensive four-day workshop, the group engaged with leading German media professionals at , , and , exploring how German public discourse on Ukraine has evolved since 2014.

The journalists delved into critical discussions with historian Franziska Davies about Ukraine's modern history, while .org fact-checker Max Bernhard shared insights on combating disinformation. Gavin Rees from the shared vital guidance on reporting war stories with sensitivity.

The newly formed reporting teams are now preparing for their next phase: German journalists will travel to Ukraine to collaborate with their Ukrainian colleagues on in-depth stories for German media outlets.

This exchange, in cooperation with , marks another milestone in n-osts' mission to strengthen cross-border journalism and foster meaningful collaboration between German and Ukrainian media professionals. Stay tuned for their upcoming stories.

n-ost is a European journalistic network. The media NGO has a focus on Eastern Europe and is committed to cross-border and multiperspective reporting. n-ost connects journalists and media, supports research and provides training: 500 correspondents, photographers and editors work from across Europe. n-ost headquarters are based in Berlin, Germany.



On last Friday morning, Lexo Keshelashvili, a journalist for პუბლიკა • Publika , was heading to work - unaware he would ...
06/12/2024

On last Friday morning, Lexo Keshelashvili, a journalist for პუბლიკა • Publika , was heading to work - unaware he would end up in hospital. Police broke his nose and neck simply because he demanded what's written in Georgia's constitution: EU membership for Georgia.

n-ost has long partnered with Lexo and Publika, collaborating on our Online Journalism, in-depth project, amplifying independent voices across Europe. Lexo has been a key contributor to our European weekly newsletter, consistently bringing the Georgian perspective into broader European conversations.

Right now, we're raising funds to:
• Support Lexo's medical and legal needs
• Replace damaged media equipment
• Protect independent journalism in Georgia

Donate and help us defend press freedom!

To donate and support independent journalism in Georgia, visit https://buff.ly/3VqDAus

n-ost is a European journalistic network. The media NGO has a focus on Eastern Europe and is committed to cross-border and multiperspective reporting. n-ost connects journalists and media, supports research and provides training: 500 correspondents, photographers and editors work from across Europe. n-ost headquarters are based in Berlin, Germany.





What stories remain unspoken in the margins of geopolitical conflict? In our second kitchen talk we're zooming into Mold...
05/12/2024

What stories remain unspoken in the margins of geopolitical conflict? In our second kitchen talk we're zooming into Moldova, where reporting seems to be a geopolitical tightrope walk.
Moldova emerges as a critical landscape in Eastern Europe, where media navigates a complex political terrain.

What's on the menu?

• How can media bridge deep societal divisions?
• What is a journalist's impact on political tensions?
• Can exposing propaganda truly safeguard democratic processes?

Whether you're a journalist trying to navigate these waters or simply someone who cares about press freedom, there's a spot for you at our table. We'll provide the space and homemade Moldovan dishes for a discussion on how media can bridge – or potentially deepen – societal divides.

When & Where?

• Wednesday, 11 December
• 6-8 pm
• n-ost media hub, Berlin

For more information and to register, visit https://buff.ly/3D1GvDo

n-ost is a European journalistic network. The media NGO has a focus on Eastern Europe and is committed to cross-border and multiperspective reporting. n-ost connects journalists and media, supports research and provides training: 500 correspondents, photographers and editors work from across Europe. n-ost headquarters are based in Berlin, Germany.

Got that one story idea that's too ambitious for daily deadlines? Too travel-heavy? Too niche? We're looking exactly for...
13/11/2024

Got that one story idea that's too ambitious for daily deadlines? Too travel-heavy? Too niche? We're looking exactly for your kind of journalism!
n-ost is calling for applications for the Research Award Eastern Europe 2025, funding journalistic research that covers untold stories across 24 countries - from the Balkans to the Baltics.

What we're seeking:
• Stories on everyday life and people
• Investigations into economic and social transformation
• Research on marginalized communities
• Fresh perspectives challenging common narratives

What you get:
• Up to 7.000 Euro funding

Who should apply:
• Journalists publishing in German-language media
• Individual reporters or transnational teams
• Print and photo journalism partnerships
• Focus on Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe

Application needs:
• Research exposé
• Detailed budget plan
• Three published work samples
• CV

Application Deadline:
• January 15, 2025

For details and application, follow the link in the bio or visit: https://n-ost.org/projects/research-award-eastern-europe

The Research Award Eastern Europe is an initiative to strengthen journalism across Eastern Europe. It’s made possible through partnership with Diakonie Württemberg International and Renovabis.

Ever noticed how the most honest conversations happen in the kitchen?That's why we're inviting you to our media hub's ki...
11/11/2024

Ever noticed how the most honest conversations happen in the kitchen?
That's why we're inviting you to our media hub's kitchen in Berlin for a discussion about Georgia's future after the 2024 parliamentary elections.

What's on the menu?
• How do journalists navigate this highly polarized environment?
• What challenges are civil society and independent media facing under the new legislation?
• What is the role of international media?
• How did German media cover Georgia?

Whether you're a journalist trying to navigate these waters or simply someone who cares about press freedom, there's a spot for you at our table. We'll provide the space and drinks for a discussion about what these elections mean for Georgia's democratic future.

When & Where?

• Wednesday, 13 November
• 6-8 pm
• n-ost media hub

For more information and to register, visit https://n-ost.org/event/georgia-after-the-elections

n-ost is a European journalism network with a focus on Eastern Europe. The media NGO aims for a border crossing journalism, provides training and supports journalistic research. n-ost fosters a European multiperspective and collaborative journalism. Its 500 international correspondents, photographers and editors work from all over Europe. n-ost headquarters and media hub are based in Berlin, Germany.

In the midst of Russia's invasion, we had the honour of hosting an intensive media camp in the Carpathians, where 12 Ukr...
11/11/2024

In the midst of Russia's invasion, we had the honour of hosting an intensive media camp in the Carpathians, where 12 Ukrainian journalists gained skills to investigate war crimes.

Over the course of one week, the journalists worked closely with experienced trainers and dove deep into topics such as the legal frameworks around war crimes, leveraging OSINT tools for research and fact-checking, and conducting ethical interviews with survivors.

When asked about the importance of the topic of war crimes participant Artem Korol shared "For a year now, I have been writing monthly reports on how the Russians are shelling the Sumy region and how many civilians are killed or injured because of it. The recorded data proves that Russian crimes are systematic." Another participant, Anna Serdyuk added: "For me, there is an element of resistance in it and an attempt to at least try bringing criminals closer to justice."

Khrystyna Lutsyk remarked, "This camp was the most useful for me out of all the training I've attended during the full-scale war."

These 12 journalists left the program empowered and ready to put their newfound skills into practice, investigating war crimes with the support of their trainers and receiving mini-grants for their productions.

This media camp was the second organized by n-ost, in partnership with Lviv Media Forum and Інститут Масової Інформації (ІМІ), as part of the Fight for Facts project.

Want to get involved and stay informed? Follow for upcoming opportunities and updates.




We're launching a new series of monthly live Kitchen Talks in Berlin - a gathering space where journalists, experts and ...
07/11/2024

We're launching a new series of monthly live Kitchen Talks in Berlin - a gathering space where journalists, experts and the public come together to discuss pressing issues shaping Europe's media landscape.

• 13.11.24: Georgia after the elections
• 11.12.24: Moldova between presidential and parliamentary elections

Location: n-ost media hub

For more information and upcoming talks, visit https://n-ost.org/projects/kitchen-talks

n-ost Kitchen Talks continue our commitment to provide a platform for discussions on media freedom and the role of journalism in societies undergoing transformation. Since 2006 n-ost has grown into a network focused on Eastern Europe and forms a community of over 500 correspondents, photographers and editors working across borders.

01/11/2024

A public talk on following topics:

- Specifics of the French media landscape;
- Range of media’s approaches to covering Ukraine and Russia’s war against it;
- French society’s perception of the war and its development;
- Covering Ukraine for the French media: personal experience.

Invited speakers:
– Tetiana Ogarkova, Head of International Outreach at Ukraine Crisis Media Center;
– Clara Marchaud, Ukraine correspondent for Le Figaro, Mediapart, L’Express.

The next 'Covering Ukraine' talk in our series is coming up!Tomorrow we'll continue our talk series on how the war is co...
31/10/2024

The next 'Covering Ukraine' talk in our series is coming up!

Tomorrow we'll continue our talk series on how the war is covered in the national media of European countries. This time: 'Covering Ukraine: 'French Perspective'.

Tetyana Ogarkova (Ukraine Crisis Media Center -UCMC en français) and Clara Marchaud (Le Figaro, Mediapart, L'Express) share insights on:

• Specifics of the French media landscape
• Range of media's approaches to covering Ukraine
• French society's perception of the war
• Personal experience covering Ukraine for French media

When and where?
• Friday, November 1 at 18:30 (EEST)
• At Urban Space 500 (9 Hrinchenka Str., Kyiv)
• Or watch live on Facebook, UkraineWorld, Детектор медіа or Mediamaker.

Register here: https://forms.gle/h3Z9rpbDnmeZwZvL8

The talk is part of Kyiv Media Hub, a monthly series of events and talks connecting journalists across borders. It’s a key part of the Europe-Ukraine Desk project launched by n-ost in 2023. Besides hosting talks, the Europe-Ukraine Desk is offering fellowships, grants and a weekly newsletter covering Ukraine discussions across Europe.






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n-ost is an international non-profit media NGO founded by freelance foreign correspondents to improve the quality of foreign reporting on Eastern Europe. Our members and partners share the vision of an integrated European media sphere that is transnational and collaborative at its very core. Together, we are on a mission to connect journalists and create opportunities for collaboration, exchange and reflection. Contribute: Support border crossing journalism with a donation or become a regular subscriber to our online magazine ostpol – thank you.