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The Unheard Voices: Exhibition Opening in Hamburg
On 11 October, jinn cordially invites you to the opening of the exhibition “The Unheard Voices” and a panel talk on imprisoned journalists, transnational repression and media environment in Belarus. The exhibition will be presented at Millerntorwache from 11-17 October during the Hamburg Week of Press Freedom.
“Germany Must Improve Conditions for Exiled Media”. Parliamentary Breakfast at the German Bundestag
Berlin, 10 September 2026. “Exile Media for Democracy: Voices from Germany, Impact Around the World”. Parliamentary Breakfast at the German Bundestag, initiated by jinn and taz Panter Foundation in collaboration with Nancy Faeser (SPD) and Adis Ahmetović (SPD). Members of the Bundestag, federal ministries and exiled journalists discuss protection against transnational repression, resilience of independent media in exile and agree on closer cooperation against TNR, the continuation of support programmes, and political action to combat disinformation and the unfair treatment of exiled media on the major technology platforms.
Meet jinn at the Exile Media Forum in Hamburg
On October 13, jinn will be at the Exile Media Forum in Hamburg with a Deep Dive workshop on monetization and revenue-models, led by Kirill Artemenko from Paper Media.
Registration: Trainings for journalists from Azerbaijan, Belarus, and Russia
The programme is open to early-career journalists, whether in-country or in exile, as well as media professionals from other Eastern Partnership countries working with displaced newsrooms.
Call for Applications: Fellowships & Internships
Freelance journalists are invited to apply for funded fellowships and internships, developing investigative reporting projects with mentorship and editorial support from leading independent exile media organizations from Azerbaijan, Belarus, and Russia.
Meet jinn at the International Journalism Festival in Perugia
jinn is hosting a networking lunch at the International Journalism Festival in Perugia on April 18, 2026, to present programs, announce a new fellowship, and strengthen collaboration among exile media networks.
Talk and Meet-up: Myanmar
Join us on 11 March in Berlin for "Reporting Under Fire: Myanmar's Media Between Underground and Exile." Mizzima editor-in-chief Soe Myint will discuss running Myanmar's leading independent newsroom from exile following the 2021 coup, examining cross-border journalism under surveillance and financial sustainability beyond international funding.
Transforming Our Work
Jinn evolves from a rapid-response initiative supporting at-risk journalists after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Today, it runs the Exile Media Hub Berlin, conducts research on journalism's funding crisis, and facilitates projects countering disinformation.
What’s New at jinn: Transformation, Survey Research, and Programme Updates
Independent and exiled media face deepening funding, legal, and security challenges. Our latest newsletter reflects on these shifts, highlights collaborative impact, introduces our survey research, and shares updates on jinn’s transformation, new programmes, and priorities for 2026.
From Cuts to Innovation: a Survey on Monetisation Practices of Exiled Newsrooms
Our new survey is examining how exiled media outlets are adapting their business models and monetization strategies amid recent funding challenges. Founders and managers of displaced newsrooms are invited to share their experiences.
Building Cross-Border Networks Against Repression
A three-day seminar brought together journalists from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Moldova, and Russia to discuss collaborative projects, cross-border investigations, and the challenges facing independent media. Despite obstacles like cyberattacks and funding shortages, participants identified strong potential for joint work.
Countering Foreign Disinformation in Political Campaigns
Experts discuss how Russian information manipulation targeted Moldova's recent elections—and what Armenia and Ukraine can learn ahead of upcoming votes.
Can Independent Media Tackle Russian Disinformation During Elections? Insights from Moldova and Armenia
Drawing on Moldova's recent elections and Armenia's upcoming parliamentary elections in 2026, we will explore Russian interference and strategies for countering disinformation.
jinn Joins Free Media Hub EAST Consortium
jinn joins the €2 million EU-funded Free Media Hub EAST consortium to support independent Belarusian and Russian media in exile through grants, training, and other assistance while developing cross-border collaborations to counter disinformation.
Exilmedien: Offener Brief an die Bundesregierung
Dringender Appel exilierter Journalist:innen an die Bundesregierung zum Schutz unabhängiger Medien
Coalition Must Strengthen Independent Media Worldwide
German media organisations are urging their incoming government to boost support for exiled media and independent newsrooms amid global press freedom challenges. The appeal to coalition negotiators was signed by ECPMF, n-ost, Reporters Without Borders, and JINN.
Global Sources, Joint Forces: Data-Driven, Cross-Border Investigative Journalism
Training programme by jinn and the Collaborative and Investigative Journalism Initiative (CIJI) featuring webinars by investigative and data journalists from Süddeutsche Zeitung, IStories, and Correctiv.
Kremlin Designated jinn as “Undesirable”
We have taken this status into account by ceasing cooperation with individuals who may be at risk and by adjusting our security policies. Being labelled “undesirable” by an authoritarian regime compels us to enhance security and strengthens our commitment to our mission.
Call for Applications: Fellowships and Micro-grants
Structural support and resources for independent journalists from Russia’s regions and media in exile.
Call for Applications: Novaya Investigative Lab
Training and fellowship programme for young journalists, consisting of four modules, offering both financial support and internships with leading news outlets and investigative media in Armenia, Moldova, Germany, and within Russian exiled media.
Call for Applications: Exile Media Hub Berlin
Coworking space, studio, training and consulting for media from Belarus and Russia in Berlin opens its doors.
Call for applications: Fellowships and Mentorship Support for Russian Journalists
Support programme series for independent Russian media and journalistic projects, advancing their skillsets on fundraising, risk management, and audience engagement in times of censorship.
Connecting the Dots: Call for Applications for Belarussian and Russian Journalists
Funding programme to establish and expand cross-border cooperation between media workers, investigative journalists, and data professionals from Belarus and Russia, and their German counterparts.
jinn Conference at Berlin City Hall
Journalists in Need conference was held at Berlin City Hall (Rotes Rathaus) on 11–12 May 2022.