Events

World Press Freedom Day 2020

Virtual

3 May 2020

Although this year’s World Press Freedom Day will be taking place under unusual circumstances, one of UNESCO’s key messages still remains clear:

“UNESCO calls on governments, media and civil society to join us in a global online movement to draw the world’s attention to these issues which are essential to the survival of our democracies. Together, we will ensure that our response to the crisis is effective. This unprecedented health crisis has the potential to rebuild citizens’ trust in the media.”

[Text sourced from UNESO]

EU DisinfoLab Annual Conference 2020

Brussels, Belgium

5 – 6 May 2020

POSTPONED until 29 – 30 September 2020

“During two days, we will explore issues such as the business model behind disinformation, freedom of speech online and digital regulation. Join a community of experts in discussions and interactive presentations in exploring these issues, with the aim of building concrete policy proposals for European decision-makers.”

[Text sourced from EU DisinfoLab]

PMBA Annual Conference 2020

Washington D.C., USA

26-29 May 2020

CANCELLED – a virtual programme will be made available shortly

PMBA’s (Public Media Business Association) Annual Conference is the one conference designed specifically for public media professionals: general managers, CFOs, financial and business executives, HR professionals, and a broad array of supporting organizations. Not only will this event provide you with insightful education and access to top industry speakers, but it also offers a variety of networking opportunities where you can build relationships with and tap into the knowledge and experience of your peers.

The conference will take place at the MGM National Harbour.

[Text sourced from PMBA]

Commissioner Conversation: Cheryl Taylor

Webinar

29 May 2020

“BBC Children’s Head of Content, Cheryl Taylor in conversation with presenter Chris Jarvis and answering your questions on commissioning plans, future strategy and how a major broadcaster copes with and serves the current crisis.”

[Text sourced from CMC]

The role of the Today programme in a national crisis

Webinar via Zoom

3 June

The Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism (RISJ) is hosting the webinar about BBC Radio 4’s flagship news and current affairs programme and its role during a national crisis. It features Sarah Sand, the Today programme’s outgoing Editor.

NewsRewired Digital Journalism Conference

Virtual

4 June

Journalism.co.uk has decided to host its Next NewsRewired conference online for the safety of its participants and guests. It will include virtual workshops and panel discussions on how media organisations can survive the global pandemic and start planning for the future as well as a designated networking session via LinkedIn.

[Text sourced from Journalism.co.uk]

PRIX JEUNESSE INTERNATIONAL 2020

Virtual

5 – 11 June

Deadline for registering for participation in streaming sessions: 20 May 2020

“The premier get-together for content, innovation and quality in kids TV!” The theme this year is: “Separated by Crisis; Together in Commitment to Children”

[Text sourced from Prix Jeunesse]

Public sector broadcasting and trust in dangerous times

Webinar via Zoom

17 June

Dorothy Byrne, outgoing Head of News and Current Affairs at Channel 4 News will discuss the role of public sector broadcasting and the state of public trust during dangerous times. More information to follow.

Content Production and Distribution for Digital TV and Platforms In Africa

Online

22 – 23 June 2020

“The industry forum on “Content Production and Distribution For Digital TV and Platforms In Africa” will examine those key drivers, enablers and critical factors that affect the delivery of local content for the converged digital ecosystems.

It will evaluate and provide the appropriate tools to help content creators, producers, distributors and broadcasters in Africa take advantage of new opportunities for digital TV and other new media platforms.”

[Text sourced from Broadcast Media Africa]

Global Fact 7

Virtual

24 – 27 June

“The Global Fact-Checking Summit (Global Fact) is the premier conference dedicated to fact-checking worldwide. Global Fact is organized by Poynter’s International Fact-Checking Network and has been held every year since 2014.”

The seventh Global Fact summit will be completely virtual, given the travel restrictions and public health advice in relation to Covid-19.

More information about sessions, discussions, networking events, and additional teaching opportunities will become available in coming weeks.

[Text sourced from Global Fact 7]

Deutsche Welle Global Media Forum

6-7 July

Cancelled – next one will be 14-15 June 2021 at the World Conference Center Bonn

“In the 15 months between now and the next Global Media Forum, Deutsche Welle will offer digital networking opportunities to all friends of the GMF. We will use digital formats to promote discussions on this year’s topic “Pluralism. Populism. Journalism.” and create opportunities for interactions and exchanges within our global conference community.”

[Text sourced from DW]

The Children’s Media Conference

Virtual

7-9 July

Under the new theme: ‘Still Here Right Now’, the CMC will still be taking place for everyone involved in the development, production and distribution of children’s content, across all platforms, but through a virtual version of webinars and keynotes. A full programme of webinars will be released in coming months.