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New global study highlights role of public media as critical infrastructure

A new report published by the Global Task Force for public media highlights the role public service media play as critical infrastructure.

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Building prepared, resilient & responsive media institutions

PMA and UNESCO recently ran a workshop, focussing on how to implement the Model Disaster Preparedness & Response Plan for Media Institutions.

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WPFD 2026: Why press freedom matters for disaster preparedness and resilience

Public media are critical partners in disaster preparedness and response, but to be effective, independence is paramount.

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Workshop: Disaster-ready media and information ecosystems

A joint workshop by PMA & UNESCO introducing media to the Model Disaster Preparedness and Response Plan for Media Institutions.

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What ‘critical infrastructure’ means for public media

What does the designation of critical infrastructure mean for PSM? And does it carry risks to their operations, and their independence?

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Public Service Media as Critical Infrastructure

GTF: The production and dissemination of reliable information is essential to a functioning democratic society, especially so during crises.

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How DVB reached audiences in earthquake-hit Myanmar

DVB's Editor-in-Chief on launching a shortwave radio station to provide Burmese citizens with independent information.

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PSM Unpacked | Disaster preparedness

Our latest PSM Unpacked roundtable event explored public service media's responsibility in disaster preparedness.

Public media accused of bias | The PMA Briefing

NPR and PBS CEOs defended PSM in congressional hearing, while in Israel, KAN's editorial independence is questioned, and much more.

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How Swedish Radio handled the tragic incident in Örebro

Following the tragic events in Örebro, it is clear what role Swedish media have to play in situations like these.