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PMA extends support to US public media

US public media has taken legal action, claiming the executive order that directs the end of all federal funding breaches the First Amendment.


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New deals for content | The PMA Briefing

Argentina’s kids TV channel unveils a controversial new programme, while creators have been given access to India’s broadcasters’ archives.


PSM Weekly | 28 May – 3 June 2025

Our weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.


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PSM Weekly | 19 – 25 March 2025

Our weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.

Meet the 2025 Global Grantees

Discover the stories of our 2025 cohort of nine Global Grantees as they share their reactions to being selected.

What is happening to the USA’s public broadcasters?

Pressure on US public media is being felt throughout the system with local stations facing financial and political constraints.

How the ABC is working with content creators

The ABC's Creator Program demonstrates the way public media and content creators can collaborate in mutually beneficial exchanges. 

PMA & others urge US to protect press freedom after USAGM order

More than 20 global media freedom groups, including PMA, have called on the US to protect press freedom after USAGM dismantling.

Hope for public media funding? | The PMA Briefing

VRT gets a €20 million boost, US Congress approves funding, and is the long-ailing SABC about to turn a corner towards profitability?

PSM Weekly | 12 – 18 March 2025

Our weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.

Why USAID cuts highlight the role of public media

The USAID funding cuts and its impact on journalism around the world show that public service media is needed now more than ever.

USAGM cuts imperil journalism and news availability, PMA warns

The dismantling of USAGM will threaten journalist safety and press freedom, and also the availability of independent news.

Clampdowns, agreements and new hope | The PMA Briefing

Czech Republic sees boost in PSM's licence fee funding, Malaysia forms a new Media Council, and research reveals media pressure points in the Pacific.