NEWS - Journalism Partnerships – Pluralism
The NEWS - Journalism Partnerships – Pluralism call aims to bolster media pluralism and foster independent journalism across Europe. This initiative supports news media sectors crucial for democracy and civic participation, especially vulnerable entities, by enabling experienced organisations to establish cascading grant schemes. It seeks to enhance the resilience, innovation, and editorial independence of the European news media landscape.
Who is Funded
The Journalism Partnerships – Pluralism funding specifically targets organisations within the news media sector that are vital for democracy and civic participation, with a strategic focus on supporting areas where media pluralism faces challenges. The overarching objective is to strengthen the independent media landscape in Europe.
What is Funded
The Pluralism call focuses on supporting activities that sustain, improve, or transform news media, with an emphasis on sectors crucial for democratic debate. The funding primarily facilitates financial support to third parties, enabling broader impact across the targeted media landscape.
Type and Scope of Funding
This funding opportunity provides financial support in the form of grants, primarily delivered through a cascading grants mechanism. A substantial budget is allocated to support journalism partnerships aimed at promoting media pluralism.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to strict conditions regarding financial stability, geographical spending, and professional standards, especially concerning editorial independence within supported media initiatives.
Application Procedure
The application process for this call has concluded, with proposals submitted by February 14, 2024. The evaluation period ran from February to June 2024, and applicants were informed of results in August 2024.
Legal Basis
The Journalism Partnerships – Pluralism funding program operates under the broader framework of the Creative Europe Programme (2021-2027), with its specific mandate and operational guidelines detailed in official call documents.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
5.000.000 €
Award Channel:
Cascade Funding
Region:
European Union countries, with activities required to take place in a minimum of 4 European Union countries. Also includes listed EEA countries and countries associated with the Creative Europe Programme.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Creative Industries, Education and Vocational Training
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Capacity Building, Process Optimization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)
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