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.

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Publication

Catalysing Private Capital: Financing the future of public interest media

Across the globe, media outlets are collapsing under the weight of failing business models, vanishing advertising revenues and escalating political pressure. This report responds to a rising demand from the media development field to understand how private capital can complement and strengthen traditional donor funding. The private sector alone will not save journalism, but it cannot remain on the sidelines.

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Special projects and other areas of focus

War in Gaza: a deadly time for journalists

Journalists in Gaza are struggling to stay alive and keep themselves and their families safe while continuing their crucial work. Working conditions are dismal, there is a lack of internet and frequent information blackouts. If we lose the journalists in Gaza, we lose trustworthy information from the war zone, human suffering will go unnoticed and war crimes undocumented.

Environmental journalism

Independent media plays a key role in providing information on environmental issues, enabling communities to navigate changing environments, adapt and mitigate potential consequences.

Media and business viability

IMS enables pockets of public interest journalists, content producers and media to survive and thrive in their local contexts and operate effectively.