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June 23–24, 2026 | World Conference Center Bonn

Netiquette: dw.com/p/3NHtN The DW Global Media Forum is an international media conference hosted by Deutsche Welle. Since 2008, it has been offering a unique interdisciplinary platform for the media industry and decision makers from politics, civil society, culture, education, business and science to get together, debate and learn from each other as part of an intercultural exchange.

26/05/2026

🗨️ "More diverse representative technology, more data sets, and more languages," that's one change that would make AI more accessible to newsrooms, according to Ana Paula Valacco. But who should take responsibility for getting us there?

We asked her exactly that, and more, in our latest GMF Speaker Spotlight ✨. If you missed it, you can still catch the full conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UNYKwN8Z-NM?si=vuMeJ182_CS1Nirw

We're excited that Ana will also join the panel "AI in Journalism: Breakthrough or Breakdown?" on June 24 at this year's Global Media Forum. Together with other experts, she'll explore how AI is reshaping journalism and what it takes to navigate this transformation with confidence.

Don't miss your chance to connect, debate, and exchange ideas at . Join us in Bonn on June 23–24 — the registration link is in the comments. ⤵️

22/05/2026

What does the future of journalism look like — in an age shaped by AI, geopolitical pressure and rapid technological change?

🌐 At the DW Global Media Forum, we bring together the people who are not only asking these questions but actively shaping the answers.

This next group of speakers reflects the complexity and the urgency of today's media landscape:

🔹 Claire Lai, accepting the DW Freedom of Speech Award on behalf of her father, Jimmy Lai
🔹 Lambert Hogenhout, Chief Data and AI, United Nations Secretariat
🔹 Erica Osher, Vice President of AI Labs, NPR
🔹 Cyriac Roeding, entrepreneur, investor & founder, Roeding Ventures
🔹 Hannah Kaviani, journalist and editor, Radio Farda

Their perspectives span advocacy, technology and front-row journalism, highlighting why collaboration across sectors is more important than ever.

Join the conversation on June 23–24 at the World Conference Center Bonn!

👉 If you want to take part, you'll find the link to register in the comments.

20/05/2026

Since 2016, Renate Schroeder and the European Federation of Journalists - EFJ have observed an increase in attacks against journalists, with incidents rising year by year.

So let's get to work! In our latest , she explores what this trend means in practice, diving into the role of the EU's Media Freedom Act and how it could help safeguard journalists while tackling the growing dominance of digital platforms.

Curious to hear more? Watch the full conversation on YouTube.
➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUy82tGGprE

And if you want to take the discussion further, join us at , where Renate will speak on the panel "Regulating the feed: How governance shapes news on social media."

You can find the link to register in the comments.

📅 June 23-24, 2026
📍 World Conference Center Bonn

19/05/2026

We are honored to welcome Claire Lai to , where she will accept the DW Freedom of Speech Award on behalf of her father, Jimmy Lai.

This year, Deutsche Welle recognizes Jimmy Lai, a publisher, pro-democracy advocate, and steadfast defender of press freedom in Hong Kong. Despite mounting pressure, he has remained a powerful symbol in the fight for independent journalism. Earlier this year, a Hong Kong court sentenced him to 20 years in prison.

The Freedom of Speech Award ceremony is a long-standing tradition at our conference. It is a reminder of our shared responsibility to defend freedom of expression and to support those who risk everything to uphold it.

➡️ Join us on June 23, Day 1 of , as we honor Jimmy Lai, his legacy, and the courage of journalists and media advocates worldwide.

Secure your spot! Tickets are available via the link in the comments. 👇

18/05/2026

❔ What's the first move when bringing AI into the newsroom? ❓

At , Ana Paula Valacco joins the panel "AI in Journalism: Breakthrough or Breakdown?" (📅 June 24) to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the profession, and what it takes to navigate this shift with confidence.

As Programme Manager and Engagement Lead at JournalismAI (an initiative of Polis), Ana brings hands-on experience and a global perspective on how newsrooms can approach AI strategically and responsibly.

For our latest GMF Speaker Spotlight ✨, we spoke with her ahead of the event about practical steps for journalists, the evolving role of technology, and how to turn AI from a challenge into an opportunity.

Watch the full conversation here: https://youtu.be/UNYKwN8Z-NM

Haven't secured your spot at ? Join us on June 23–24 in Bonn! Tickets are available via the link in the comments. ⤵️

15/05/2026

How free – and how safe – is journalism in Europe today? 🇪🇺

Europe remains one of the safest regions for journalists. Yet, as Renate Schroeder, Director of the European Federation of Journalists - EFJ, has pointed out, the situation has steadily worsened since 2016, with more attacks on independent media, growing pressure on journalists, and increasing political smear campaigns.

Against this backdrop, key questions emerge around the role of the EU's European Media Freedom Act and the EU's position in addressing platform dominance. 💬 We'll explore these topics with her at .

Renate has been with EFJ since 2003, leading advocacy at EU and Council of Europe level, representing the organization internationally, and contributing to expert groups, missions and juries. She is also part of the team behind Voices - European Festival of Journalism and Media Freedom, of which the EFJ is a major partner and DW a co-organizer.

She will join on June 23 for the panel "Regulating the feed: How governance shapes news on social media."

👉 Join the conversation and get your ticket: https://gmf-event.com/?maca=eng-COR-facebook-gmfstart

13/05/2026

Building alliances for independent journalism

From global broadcasters to digital rights leaders and media innovators: the stage of the DW Global Media Forum brings together a wide spectrum of voices. 📢

We want to create space for fresh ideas and meaningful exchange. And we know that impactful dialogue comes from diverse expertise and different ways of thinking.

That's why our speaker lineup for ranges from public broadcasters to censorship circumvention experts, journalist safety advocates, digital rights leaders and media innovators:

🔹 Jean-Marc Four, Director, Radio France Internationale (RFI)
🔹 Barbara Massing, Director General, DW
🔹 Isabela Fernandes, Executive Director, The Tor Project
🔹 Ezra Eeman, Strategy and Innovation Director, Nederlandse Publieke Omroep (NPO)
🔹 Renate Schroeder, Director, European Federation of Journalists - EFJ

Want to take part? Join us on June 23–24 at the World Conference Center Bonn.

Register now ➡️ https://gmf-event.com/?maca=eng-COR-facebook-gmfstart

12/05/2026

💬 How do we stay in dialogue when realities feel incompatible? 💬

In our GMF Speaker Spotlight, Shai Hoffmann (Gesellschaft im Wandel gGmbH) reflects on how journalism can shape the way we deal with difference and why the way stories are told matters. Diverse perspectives, lived experiences and nuanced reporting are key to building understanding and trust in the media.

➡ Find the full article here: https://www.dw.com/p/5DdlO

🎫 And don't miss the chance to meet Shai at the panel "Ask a Journalist" — register now: https://gmf-event.com/?maca=eng-COR-facebook-gmfstart

08/05/2026

🎤 Enhance your skills in front of the camera at

Interviews, official statements, and public speaking engagements can present challenges — even for experienced professionals. The DW Akademie Media Trainings at the DW Global Media Forum 2026 offer you practical, expert-led support to help you communicate with clarity and confidence.

✔️ Get hands-on coaching from experienced media trainers
✔️ Improve your body language, gestures and delivery
✔️ Receive professional, constructive feedback

Where: DW & DW Akademie Lounge
When: June 23 + 24
Trainings available in German and English

Mark your calendars and drop by the lounge to register directly at our booth or online: https://gmf-event.com/event/program-details/427/day1/Media-trainings-at-the-GMF:-Getting-your-message-across

07/05/2026

Established media, new media, NGOs, research — you'll find it all in the speaker lineup! 📢

At GMF, we believe great and constructive conversations need a mix of perspectives. That's why we bring together voices from different regions, backgrounds, and fields; from experienced journalists to innovators shaping new forms of storytelling, alongside press freedom advocates and tech researchers.

➡️ Because to live up to our theme , we need the full picture of today's media landscape.

That's why we're excited to introduce another group of speakers:
🔹 Courtney Radsch, PhD Radsch, Director, Center for Journalism and Liberty at the Open Markets Institute
🔹Nighat Dad, Founder, Digital Rights Foundation
🔹Philip Volkmann-Schluck, Managing Editor, WELT
🔹Julia Krittian, Director of Programming, Hessischer Rundfunk (HR)
🔹Ana Paula Valacco, Programme Manager & Engagement Lead at Polis, London School of Economics and Political Science

Curious to be part of the conversation? Join us at on June 23–24 — registration link in the comments.

05/05/2026

📰 Free press accreditation for journalists at . 📰

Join us at the DW Global Media Forum 2026 in Bonn and connect with journalists and media professionals from around the world.

GMF brings together global journalists, editors, researchers, and media leaders to discuss the key challenges facing independent journalism today. Through panels, workshops, and peer exchange, the forum offers space for critical debate on press freedom, digital change, trust in the media, and global information integrity.

On top of that, the free press accreditation includes:

✅ Full access to the conference, including the Freedom of Speech Award Ceremony
✅ An invitation to the reception at DW's headquarters in Bonn the day before
✅ Exclusive networking opportunities during a boat ride on the Rhine

➡️ Get accredited & join us at on June 23 and 24: https://gmf-event.com/press-accreditation/

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