Media Development
Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) is pleased to launch our 2026 Call for Applications for journalists and community reporters under our Amplifying Voices of Women and Girls program! We are inviting full-time and freelance journalists and community reporters from Morocco, Tunisia, Mali, DRC, Kenya, South Sudan, Lebanon, Iraq, and the Philippines, as well as
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In Bamako, the first edition of the Forum Panafricain des Médias (FOPAME) took place from June 3 to 6, 2026, under the theme: “Uniting voices, Strengthening ties between African media”. The historical media event focused on the challenges of digital transformation, the rise of artificial intelligence and Africa’s need to build a sovereign media narrative.
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After JHR ran a workshop series for young content creators and students, Bamako youth have committed to play their part in challenging disinformation and hate speech in their communities. One participant Tiémoko Kassongué pledged, “From now on, I will verify information before sharing it online. I commit to raising awareness in my network and will
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In Mali, both in conflict zones and the capital city of Bamako, misinformation and disinformation have become critical challenges. Through manufactured rumours, manipulated videos and viral messages on social media, malicious actors are spreading narratives designed to spread fear, erode trust among citizens and weaken institutions. Community leaders warn this is creating a climate of
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On Thursday, July 24, at the Alioune Blondin Beye Peacekeeping School in Bamako, 45 young journalists, including 23 women, attended a training on human rights and gender-sensitive reporting. The session, organized by JHR in Mali at the invitation of the Mali Media Salon, was led by Dado Camara, JHR trainer, Publication Director of L’Annonceur, and
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On April 19, Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) was honoured with a certificate of appreciation from the MUKANSI Women’s Empowerment Cooperative in Mali. The cooperative, made up of more than 10 female-led associations across sectors such as agrifood processing, soap making, poultry farming, and more, credited JHR’s support with helping secure a transformative business deal.
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