PSM Call Out
Welcome to PSM Call Out, our dedicated space for public media advocacy
PSM Call Out is our permanent platform for standing up for public service media (PSM) when it matters most.
About
As threats to editorial independence, funding, and the very existence of public media intensify globally, the PSM Call Out campaign consolidates our statements, advocacy efforts, and collective actions into one clear, ongoing call.
Here you will find PMA’s official responses, insight reports, policy briefings, consultation submissions, and ways to take action — whether by signing open letters, sharing developments in your country, or helping us raise the alarm. PSM Call Out is how we rally together to protect the future of independent, trusted public media around the world.
PSM Call Out is a campaign led solely by the Public Media Alliance Secretariat and reflects PMA’s independent advocacy positions. The views expressed through this platform do not necessarily represent those of our members, partner initiatives such as the Global Task Force for Public Media, or other organisations of which PMA is a member.
Our Statements and Advocacy
PMA’s official responses and calls to action in defence of public service media.
Exchange and Empower: PMA and VRT host discussion on PSM independence
EU PSM are gathering to discuss the gradual normalisation of interference in public media affairs that endangers PSM independence in Europe.
PMA welcomes new funding arrangement for USAGM but challenges remain
Following presidential approval of the funding bill, the head of RFA announced that broadcasts to Chinese audiences have resumed.
PMA opposes proposal to cut funding for Swiss public media
Ahead of the Swiss referendum on cutting the licence fee by half, the Public Media Alliance outlines its opposition to the funding cut.
Albania: PMA joins statement calling for democratic reform of RTSH
PMA has joined others in calling for the reform of Albania's public media, RTSH, through democratic, lawful and institutional means.
Ghana: New funding model must support GBC’s sustainability and independence
The President of Ghana recently expressed a desire to move away from the current licence fee to an alternative funding model for GBC.
PMA calls for safeguards of PSM in EU Broadcasting Communication consultation
As the EU considers reviewing the Broadcasting Communication, PMA calls for the protection of core principles for independent public media.
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News & Updates
Timely reporting from PMA on developments impacting public media around the world.
New Zealand budget: More money for journalists, less for RNZ
NZ's gov't focus on media by investing in local journalism but tightening RNZ's budget and contemplating possible media law reforms.
World Press Freedom Day | The PMA Briefing
On World Press Freedom Day - attacks on press freedom, journalism faces pressure from AI and entrenched threats such as state capture.
WPFD 2025: Our renewed commitment to defend public media
In this WPFD message, PMA's CEO warns of escalating media freedom threats and outlines our renewed commitment to defend public media.
Global Insights
Analysis and commentary written by experts on emerging trends, challenges, and innovations in public media.
How German-speaking PSM are facing fundamental reform
Across both Austria and Germany, why is there a movement to fundamentally change the public service media, ORF, ARD and ZDF?
Why funding for ABC International should be stepped up
ABC International needs more funding to push back against the propaganda being disseminated by China and Russia, writes its head.
RNZ celebrates 100 years – where to now?
As New Zealand's public service broadcaster celebrates 100 years, RNZ chief executive Paul Thompson looks to the future, announcing eight new scholarships.
Get Involved
Support public service media by taking action, sharing your voice, and spreading the word.
PSM Call Out is not just a campaign — it’s a collective effort.
Whether you’re an individual, organisation, or supporter of public media, there are ways to get involved:
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Sign open letters supporting independent public media.
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Share developments from your country or region with us.
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Help amplify our advocacy by reposting, quoting, or linking to PSM Call Out content.
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Stay informed by subscribing to our newsletter and following PMA updates.
Your voice strengthens the global call for accountable, trusted, and well-funded public media.
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Featured Image: Journalists cover a protest in bil’in Palestine, West Bank, Israel. September 2014. Credit: Edward Crawford / Shutterstock.com