Independent investigative journalism is needed now more than ever
Independent investigative journalism is needed now more than ever
Your fortnightly digest of the very best content from independent media publications up and down the UK.
Independent investigative journalism is needed now more than ever
Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest edition of Media that Matters. Throughout this issue of the newsletter you’ll find a slight emphasis on independent media’s investigative journalism: which is needed now more than ever. Let’s dive straight into recent news, cash and awards, resources, industry updates and events.
Independent media digest
Roman Abramovich bankrolled major Dutch club while Chelsea owner [Bureau of Investigative Journalism]
Queen had ‘Secret Agreement’ with Murdoch Papers to Spare Harry Hacking Trial Ordeal, Court Hears [Byline Times]
HMP Belmarsh prisoner Kevan Thakrar is challenging his solitary confinement in the high court [The Canary]
What Could Artificial Intelligence Mean For Human Rights? [EachOther]
Claim phone alert was contracted to firm owned by prime minister’s wife is False [The Ferret]
‘Dramatic’ 68% reduction in IS attacks in Iraq this year [Iraq International News Agency]
I cut ties with my cruel father [Lacuna Voices]
“We won’t stop ‘til we win” – UoM rent strikes supported by over 10,000 students after occupation eviction [The Meteor]
The connection recession [New Internationalist]
Revealed: Government to legalise ‘hazardous’ accommodation for asylum seekers [openDemocracy]
Cash and awards
Kent Press & Broadcast Awards: 15 categories for journalism produced by individuals and websites in Kent. [Closes 5 May]
The Extra Nice Fund: If you have a creative project on the cusp of realisation, this fund will offer you £2,500 in financial backing. [Closes 14 May]
Marilyn Stafford FotoReportage Award: The Marilyn Stafford FotoReportage Award recognises women professional photographers documenting important social, environmental, economic or cultural issues. One overall winner will receive £2,000 towards an ongoing project and one runner-up will receive £500. [Closes 19 May]
Professional Developmental Grants for Environmental Journalism: Supports activities and services for environmental journalists by funding project ideas and facilitating training and education. Grants of up to 85k EUR per call. [Closes 25 May]
Free Press Unlimited: Independent journalists and news media are invited to apply for small production grants for cross-border stories on climate change, migration and public health. Awards €3k. [Closes 29 May]
Resources
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Upcoming events
The UK’s only event with an emphasis on investigative skills. We offer a mixture of talks, demos and hands-on classes which are designed to equip journalists and anyone interested in investigations with up-to-date investigative methods and tools.
Co-op Congress brings together those working to build a fairer economy to share ideas, get inspiration and take action. This year's event, themed Spirit of Co-operation, boasts a packed programme with a range of dynamic sessions and eminent speakers covering the topics that co-operators want and need to explore.
Industry briefing
Winners announced for 2023 Indy Film Library Awards [Indy Film Library Awards]
Report: Weaponising the Law: Attacks on Media Freedom [Thomson Reuters Foundation]
From unlimited oysters to redundancies: WTF happened at Buzzfeed in the UK? [Press Gazette]
What happened at the International Journalism Festival in Perugia? [PINF]
And that’s all from the IMA folks! Do send any interesting bits you’re working on to community@ima.press and we’ll include them in the next newsletter. Feedback is also welcome!