Good journalism. Better societies.

IMS (International Media Support) pushes for quality journalism, challenges repressive laws and keeps media workers of all genders safe, so that they can do their jobs. Through alliances and innovation, we help free, independent media contribute to positive change and better societies.

What we do

IMS combines rapid response with long-term efforts to create a foundation of trust and collaboration on the ground. We work together with our partners to find local solutions to global problems – and global solutions to local problems.

Where we work

With partners in more than 30 countries, IMS works where independent media is at the greatest risk: in countries experiencing armed conflict, humanitarian crises, rapid political change or authoritarian rule.

Get involved

Support for journalists and media development comes in many forms. Learn more about how you can engage with IMS’ work and support us and our partners.

Latest news and publications

News
30 Nov. 2022

How African newsrooms are using AI to analyse data and produce good journalism

Newsrooms in Africa are incorporating AI into their media production processes, including news gathering, information analysis and understanding audiences. When used ethically and wisely, AI is a tool that can help journalists tap into growing quantities of digital data for storytelling.

News
28 Nov. 2022

It’s never too early to teach children how to navigate the media

This year, IMS is collaborating with DR and Danida on the Children's Christmas Calendar, where the focus is on basic human rights such as freedom of expression and access to reliable information. Both are absolutely essential in healthy societies, and children should learn to navigate the flow of information from an early age. Good journalism provides a shortcut to increasing resistance to propaganda and building a basic democratic understanding.

News
22 Nov. 2022

New media hub in Ukraine creates community among journalists and provides emergency shelter

A new media hub that provides journalists with a safe space to work in Lviv, Ukraine, during war has been opened by Lviv Media Forum with support from IMS

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Special projects and other areas of focus

IMS in Ukraine

IMS' current Ukraine programme began in 2020 as part of the New Democracy Fund. While IMS' original ambitions had been to strengthen civil society partnerships in Ukraine, the scope of the programme changed dramatically following Russia's invasion in February 2022.

IMS has been engaged in Afghanistan since 2001, promoting access to free and independent media alongside the predominant challenge of improving Afghan journalists’ safety. We are continuing to work with our partners to ensure access to information for the Afghan population.