Mental health for media professionals must be prioritised

Our recent workshop discussion, held at this year’s Radiodays Europe, found an urgent need for workplace mental health and wellbeing policies for media professionals.

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Staff highlights of 2023

It’s been another busy year for both public media worldwide, and for PMA staff. Here’s our top highlights from 2023.

PMA welcomes new Board members from CBC/Radio-Canada and PBS

We warmly welcome Claude Galipeau and Jonathan Barzilay as the newest members of the Public Media Alliance Board.

ZDF team

“A strong team for a strong ZDF”

ZDF Press Release: Nadine Bilke and Bettina Schausten become new directors.

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PMA welcomes two new Board members

We warmly welcome Cilla Benkö and Odette Campbell as the newest members of the Public Media Alliance Board.

NBC

NBC: Industrial strike ends

After more than a month of industrial action, employees have returned to work following an agreement between the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation and the workers’ union.

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Public media and diversity: Workplace gender equality

Gender is often at the forefront of discussions about workplace diversity, and public media can play a critical role in inspiring change.

SABC

SABC asks government for a budget review

South Africa’s public broadcaster has called on the government to review its budget as COVID-19 takes its toll on advertising revenues and acquisitions.  

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Focus on PSM | Australian Broadcasting Corporation

From leadership changes to enquiries into political interference and efficiency, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has faced a number of challenges in recent months.

CBA Secretary-General awarded honorary degree

Our congratulations to Sally-Ann Wilson, head of the CBA, who has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bedfordshire