February 28, 2025 10:30 am

Connecting Voices

About the event

Connecting Voices is an open platform for discussions led by students, journalists, and media experts from across Europe. From protecting press freedom to tackling disinformation to exploring the impact of AI and digital platforms, this space brings together the next generation of media professionals to exchange ideas, challenge norms, and inspire change.

Student Projects

⏰ 10:00 – 14:00

Time University and Project Presenters
10:00 University of Podgorica – Never Too Late: Creativity and Confidence in Future Industries Klara Jovanov and Jovana Kujačić
10:20 University of Zagreb – Future of Television: How do we treat foreign content? What about Generation Z? Mental health in media jobs. Ela Hamzić, Marko Kralj, Lucija Janušić, Matija Matković, Nina Batinić
10:40 University of Osijek – VerifEye: Strengthening Society’s Resilience to Disinformation Valentina Crnković, Korina Vrban, Lana Horvat
11:10 University of Split – New Media Possibilities: The Bearded Auction Rita Aničić, Marijeta Babik
11:30 University of Dubrovnik – DU-CHECK: An initiative to fight disinformation through raising media literacy in citizens. Sara Bagić, Karla Sabljić
11:50 VERN University – Hard-Taking Practice + Your Place at RAFF Beatta Ugrin, Fran Tolj
12:10 Croatian Studies – Student Association Agenda: “Media in a Different Way” Božena Marković
12:30 Catholic University of Croatia – Presentation of activities of the Communication Studies programme Nikola Topolovec
12:50 Danish Photojournalism Students – Projects ‘Hidden Away’, ‘You Still Don’t Know My Name’, ‘Generation Climate’. Maria Høy Hansen, Louise Herrche Serup, Christian Falck Wolff

International Projects

⏰ 13:15 – 18:20

Time Country and Project Organisation and Speaker
13:15 North Macedonia – Current State of Journalism and Media in North Macedonia. A series of presentations to emphasise efforts to enhance journalism quality, promote sustainability, and foster cross-border cooperation. Association of Journalists of North Macedonia – Milan Spirovski, Verche Todorovska Kostovska, Biljana Nasteska Kalanoska
14:30 Croatia – Media in the Clutches of Local Sheriffs: How to ensure free journalism and a transparent, fair distribution of public funds? CJA – Hrvoje Zovko, Melisa Skender
15:10 Serbia – Solidarity as a Shield: Journalists’ Safety Through Collective Action NUNS – Tamara Filipović
15:50 Media Freedom Rapid Response – Report on the MFRR Mission in Croatia Sarah Ourahmane
16:30 Serbia – Infotegrity Platform: A hybrid between a social network and a content verification tool, featuring links to debunked disinformation and media literacy education. Jelena Petković, Infotegrity
17:10 Portugal – The Dangerous Passion of Journalism: A national survey reveals that 57% of Portuguese journalists believe their work negatively impacts their health, with nearly half experiencing exhaustion. What’s next in addressing this crisis? Portuguese Journalists’ Union – Vania Maia
17:40 Ukraine – 1. Media in the Firing Line: How regional print media in frontline areas of Ukraine have become a vital source of truthful information amidst Russian attacks on TV, radio, and digital media. 2. Resource vs. Burnout: Addressing the emotional and psychological toll of journalism, particularly in conflict zones. 3. Journalists’ Solidarity Centers: Supporting over 4,000 Ukrainian and international journalists with aid and resources during the war. National Union of Journalists of Ukraine – Lina Kushch
18:20 Croatia – Discussion on Palestine: Alongside the exhibition “We Did What We Could, Remember Us,” this session will focus on the genocide in Palestine, the journalists who lost their lives, and the role of journalism in documenting conflict. Trade Union of Croatian Journalists – Ivana Perić, Anja Vladisavljević, Farah Maraqa
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