Renate Schroeder
@renateschroeder.bsky.social
Director, European Federation of Journalists. efjeurope.bsky.social
English, German, Italian, French, Passive Spanish
Journalism is a public good!
www.europeanjournalists.org
English, German, Italian, French, Passive Spanish
Journalism is a public good!
www.europeanjournalists.org
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As the weekend approaches, some pieces worth reading in the context of the crisis facing the BBC – to contextualise & what the implications might be. An overview of expert takes, incl. @rasmuskleis.bsky.social, @julieposetti.bsky.social & @renateschroeder.bsky.social in El Pais buff.ly/p8LSmQs
November 14, 2025 at 4:22 PM
As the weekend approaches, some pieces worth reading in the context of the crisis facing the BBC – to contextualise & what the implications might be. An overview of expert takes, incl. @rasmuskleis.bsky.social, @julieposetti.bsky.social & @renateschroeder.bsky.social in El Pais buff.ly/p8LSmQs
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#UK: @renateschroeder.bsky.social in @elpais.com on the BBC.
🗞️ "This case is very dangerous when discussing the growing attacks against public service media." She calls for a focus "on the future of the BBC" & warns that "successive government budget cuts have weakened the BBC's core news output."
🗞️ "This case is very dangerous when discussing the growing attacks against public service media." She calls for a focus "on the future of the BBC" & warns that "successive government budget cuts have weakened the BBC's core news output."
La BBC afronta una crisis sin precedentes por el documental sobre Trump: ¿“error de juicio” o manipulación?
Expertos en deontología periodística consultados por EL PAÍS analizan el detonante del enfrentamiento de la corporación de medios públicos británicos con el presidente estadounidense
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November 14, 2025 at 8:46 AM
#UK: @renateschroeder.bsky.social in @elpais.com on the BBC.
🗞️ "This case is very dangerous when discussing the growing attacks against public service media." She calls for a focus "on the future of the BBC" & warns that "successive government budget cuts have weakened the BBC's core news output."
🗞️ "This case is very dangerous when discussing the growing attacks against public service media." She calls for a focus "on the future of the BBC" & warns that "successive government budget cuts have weakened the BBC's core news output."
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#Hungary: Stakeholders met during a recent @coemediafreedom.bsky.social mission described a severely restricted media environment within which independent journalism operates, while also highlighting the deep political polarisation shaping the run-up to the 2026 elections. More findings ⤵️
Hungary: Independent journalism operates in a severely restricted media environment
The European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) joins partners of the Council of Europe’s Platform for the safety of journalists in outlining our support ...
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November 7, 2025 at 11:23 AM
#Hungary: Stakeholders met during a recent @coemediafreedom.bsky.social mission described a severely restricted media environment within which independent journalism operates, while also highlighting the deep political polarisation shaping the run-up to the 2026 elections. More findings ⤵️
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📌 The #EuropeanDemocracyShield initiative from the @ec.europa.eu is about to be published. This is an opportunity for the EU to take stronger action to preserve and support its democracy.
Earlier this year, @epd.eu, EFJ & a group of 65 organisations published a checklist for an effective Shield 🧵
Earlier this year, @epd.eu, EFJ & a group of 65 organisations published a checklist for an effective Shield 🧵
November 7, 2025 at 1:24 PM
📌 The #EuropeanDemocracyShield initiative from the @ec.europa.eu is about to be published. This is an opportunity for the EU to take stronger action to preserve and support its democracy.
Earlier this year, @epd.eu, EFJ & a group of 65 organisations published a checklist for an effective Shield 🧵
Earlier this year, @epd.eu, EFJ & a group of 65 organisations published a checklist for an effective Shield 🧵
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#SUJ: Our first panel will explore how #AI is reshaping journalism in Europe, from audience attitudes toward AI-generated content, to ethics and the impact on journalists’ rights and working conditions. With @richardfletcher.bsky.social @renateschroeder.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 9:30 AM
#SUJ: Our first panel will explore how #AI is reshaping journalism in Europe, from audience attitudes toward AI-generated content, to ethics and the impact on journalists’ rights and working conditions. With @richardfletcher.bsky.social @renateschroeder.bsky.social
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🎙️ New #CFOM podcast episode out!
Presenter Dr Gemma Horton @sheffielduni.bsky.social talked with @renateschroeder.bsky.social Elena Rodina @mediafreedomeu.bsky.social Lia Chakhunashvili & Irma Dimitradze about the threats to media freedom in Europe - with a focus on #Georgia.
Listen on Spotify 👇
Presenter Dr Gemma Horton @sheffielduni.bsky.social talked with @renateschroeder.bsky.social Elena Rodina @mediafreedomeu.bsky.social Lia Chakhunashvili & Irma Dimitradze about the threats to media freedom in Europe - with a focus on #Georgia.
Listen on Spotify 👇
Episode 7: CFOM at Media Freedom Rapid Response Summit
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November 5, 2025 at 3:24 PM
🎙️ New #CFOM podcast episode out!
Presenter Dr Gemma Horton @sheffielduni.bsky.social talked with @renateschroeder.bsky.social Elena Rodina @mediafreedomeu.bsky.social Lia Chakhunashvili & Irma Dimitradze about the threats to media freedom in Europe - with a focus on #Georgia.
Listen on Spotify 👇
Presenter Dr Gemma Horton @sheffielduni.bsky.social talked with @renateschroeder.bsky.social Elena Rodina @mediafreedomeu.bsky.social Lia Chakhunashvili & Irma Dimitradze about the threats to media freedom in Europe - with a focus on #Georgia.
Listen on Spotify 👇
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Why the EU's rule-of-law report is toothless
Why the EU's rule-of-law report is toothless
The EU Commission envisages its rule-of-law report as a buffer against authoritarianism and a tool to strengthen democracy in the EU. In theory, this sounds promising (and desperately needed). But in practice, the commission’s reporting cycle risks becoming ornate window dressing.
euobserver.com
November 5, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Why the EU's rule-of-law report is toothless
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New York will have its first Muslim mayor. Virginia will have its first female governor. And for the first time in U.S. history, a Muslim woman will hold statewide office. Here's a look at historic firsts from Tuesday's elections. nyti.ms/4nDyvKs
November 5, 2025 at 8:30 PM
New York will have its first Muslim mayor. Virginia will have its first female governor. And for the first time in U.S. history, a Muslim woman will hold statewide office. Here's a look at historic firsts from Tuesday's elections. nyti.ms/4nDyvKs
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#Webinar: Join this new webinar on #EMFA, organised by the Centre for Freedom of the Media @sheffielduni.bsky.social. EFJ Director @renateschroeder.bsky.social will provide an overview of the progress in the implementation of the EMFA across Europe.
🗓️ 12 November
🕐 2pm
Register now 👇️
🗓️ 12 November
🕐 2pm
Register now 👇️
Select tickets – CFOM Online Seminar Series - Renate Schroeder – Meeting link will be emailed before the event
CFOM Online Seminar Series - Renate Schroeder – Meeting link will be emailed before the event, Wed 12 Nov 2025 - The European Media Freedom Act: A European gamechanger for media freedom advocates?
The...
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October 22, 2025 at 2:32 PM
#Webinar: Join this new webinar on #EMFA, organised by the Centre for Freedom of the Media @sheffielduni.bsky.social. EFJ Director @renateschroeder.bsky.social will provide an overview of the progress in the implementation of the EMFA across Europe.
🗓️ 12 November
🕐 2pm
Register now 👇️
🗓️ 12 November
🕐 2pm
Register now 👇️
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The conférence is just starting. Safeguarding journalism defending democracy. And for me that also means taking distance from colleagues who promote autocracy @renateschroeder.bsky.social @jonathanpiron.bsky.social @journalismnews.bsky.social
October 13, 2025 at 7:15 AM
The conférence is just starting. Safeguarding journalism defending democracy. And for me that also means taking distance from colleagues who promote autocracy @renateschroeder.bsky.social @jonathanpiron.bsky.social @journalismnews.bsky.social
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#MFRR is in Brussels for its annual Summit!
Looking forward to inspiring discussions on the urgent challenges facing media freedom in Europe. First panel: How to ensure economic viability in the #media sector moderated by @renateschroeder.bsky.social.
Looking forward to inspiring discussions on the urgent challenges facing media freedom in Europe. First panel: How to ensure economic viability in the #media sector moderated by @renateschroeder.bsky.social.
October 13, 2025 at 7:48 AM
#MFRR is in Brussels for its annual Summit!
Looking forward to inspiring discussions on the urgent challenges facing media freedom in Europe. First panel: How to ensure economic viability in the #media sector moderated by @renateschroeder.bsky.social.
Looking forward to inspiring discussions on the urgent challenges facing media freedom in Europe. First panel: How to ensure economic viability in the #media sector moderated by @renateschroeder.bsky.social.
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⏰ JOB ALERT: We are looking for a full-time Project Assistant to join our team of 8 staff based in the EU district in Brussels!
Read more about the position 👇 europeanjournalists.org/about-efj/jo... #Job #emploi
Read more about the position 👇 europeanjournalists.org/about-efj/jo... #Job #emploi
October 9, 2025 at 8:57 AM
⏰ JOB ALERT: We are looking for a full-time Project Assistant to join our team of 8 staff based in the EU district in Brussels!
Read more about the position 👇 europeanjournalists.org/about-efj/jo... #Job #emploi
Read more about the position 👇 europeanjournalists.org/about-efj/jo... #Job #emploi
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#Belgium: We call for an investigation into the two separate attacks on @occrp.org freelance journalist Erika Di Benedetto by law enforcement. She was covering a protest in #Brussels following the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. Journalists must be protected by the police, not injured.
Mapping Media Freedom: Belgium: Freelance journalist Erika Di Benedetto repeatedly assaulted by law enforcement while covering a protest (2025-10-02)
On 2 October 2025, Erika Di Benedetto, a freelance journalist and photo editor at the Organized…
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October 9, 2025 at 12:53 PM
#Belgium: We call for an investigation into the two separate attacks on @occrp.org freelance journalist Erika Di Benedetto by law enforcement. She was covering a protest in #Brussels following the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. Journalists must be protected by the police, not injured.
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And finally our new report is out!
📃 'Stronger Minds, Stronger Media: Why protecting journalists’ mental health is essential for journalism’s future' authored by Emma Thomasson.
This report synthesised existing research & offers key insights into the factors contributing to mental health issues.
📃 'Stronger Minds, Stronger Media: Why protecting journalists’ mental health is essential for journalism’s future' authored by Emma Thomasson.
This report synthesised existing research & offers key insights into the factors contributing to mental health issues.
Stand Up for Journalism: New report calls for stronger mental health frameworks in media organisations
Today the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) and The Self-Investigation release a new report entitled “Stronger Minds, Stronger Media: Why ...
europeanjournalists.org
October 9, 2025 at 2:31 PM
And finally our new report is out!
📃 'Stronger Minds, Stronger Media: Why protecting journalists’ mental health is essential for journalism’s future' authored by Emma Thomasson.
This report synthesised existing research & offers key insights into the factors contributing to mental health issues.
📃 'Stronger Minds, Stronger Media: Why protecting journalists’ mental health is essential for journalism’s future' authored by Emma Thomasson.
This report synthesised existing research & offers key insights into the factors contributing to mental health issues.
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Notre SG adjointe @smorvansmith.bsky.social est au siège de l’Union Européenne de Radio-Télévision avec le groupe d’experts de @efjeurope.bsky.social.
Au menu : sécurité des journalistes, lutte contre la désinformation, transformation numérique face aux géants de la tech, réglementation EMFA...
Au menu : sécurité des journalistes, lutte contre la désinformation, transformation numérique face aux géants de la tech, réglementation EMFA...
October 7, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Notre SG adjointe @smorvansmith.bsky.social est au siège de l’Union Européenne de Radio-Télévision avec le groupe d’experts de @efjeurope.bsky.social.
Au menu : sécurité des journalistes, lutte contre la désinformation, transformation numérique face aux géants de la tech, réglementation EMFA...
Au menu : sécurité des journalistes, lutte contre la désinformation, transformation numérique face aux géants de la tech, réglementation EMFA...
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To follow, @renateschroeder.bsky.social (from @efjeurope.bsky.social ), Ioan Kaes (from @aepoartis.bsky.social), and Stefan Kaufmann (from @wikimediade.bsky.social ) will move beyond polarized AI debates to practical solutions in a panel discussion moderated by @paulk.bsky.social.
October 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM
To follow, @renateschroeder.bsky.social (from @efjeurope.bsky.social ), Ioan Kaes (from @aepoartis.bsky.social), and Stefan Kaufmann (from @wikimediade.bsky.social ) will move beyond polarized AI debates to practical solutions in a panel discussion moderated by @paulk.bsky.social.
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#Ukraine: We are deeply saddened to learn of the killing of French photojournalist Antoni Lallican by a Russian drone today. We pay tribute to the courage of Antoni and all the journalists who continue to cover the war. We demand that the perpetrators of his crime be brought to justice.
Ukraine: French photojournalist Antoni Lallican killed by a drone in Donbas
The European and International Federations of Journalists (EFJ-IFJ) extend their condolences to the family and relatives of French photojournalist Antoni ...
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October 3, 2025 at 5:20 PM
#Ukraine: We are deeply saddened to learn of the killing of French photojournalist Antoni Lallican by a Russian drone today. We pay tribute to the courage of Antoni and all the journalists who continue to cover the war. We demand that the perpetrators of his crime be brought to justice.
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Le SNJ s'associe au communiqué de nos fédérations internationale et européenne (FIJ/FEJ) après la mort du photojournaliste Antoni Lallican ce 3 octobre 2025 en Ukraine. Nous adressons nos condoléances et nos pensées solidaires à sa famille, ses amis et ses collègues
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October 3, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Le SNJ s'associe au communiqué de nos fédérations internationale et européenne (FIJ/FEJ) après la mort du photojournaliste Antoni Lallican ce 3 octobre 2025 en Ukraine. Nous adressons nos condoléances et nos pensées solidaires à sa famille, ses amis et ses collègues
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www.snj.fr/le-journalis...
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A special highlight was the meeting with #EU Commissioner for Democracy, Justice and Rule of Law @michaelmcgratheu.bsky.social
@renateschroeder.bsky.social and I presented EFJ’s key demands:
@renateschroeder.bsky.social and I presented EFJ’s key demands:
October 3, 2025 at 5:34 AM
A special highlight was the meeting with #EU Commissioner for Democracy, Justice and Rule of Law @michaelmcgratheu.bsky.social
@renateschroeder.bsky.social and I presented EFJ’s key demands:
@renateschroeder.bsky.social and I presented EFJ’s key demands:
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#AI: The EFJ publishes its position on an ethical use of AI in journalism. Adopted today by its Steering Committee in Brussels, the EFJ advocates for AI that respects journalistic ethics, fair working conditions, and authors' rights.
#JournalismIsAPublicGood
europeanjournalists.org/blog/2025/09...
#JournalismIsAPublicGood
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EFJ publishes its position on Artificial Intelligence in Journalism
The European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) publishes its position paper on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the future of journalism in Europe, after ...
europeanjournalists.org
September 30, 2025 at 3:29 PM
#AI: The EFJ publishes its position on an ethical use of AI in journalism. Adopted today by its Steering Committee in Brussels, the EFJ advocates for AI that respects journalistic ethics, fair working conditions, and authors' rights.
#JournalismIsAPublicGood
europeanjournalists.org/blog/2025/09...
#JournalismIsAPublicGood
europeanjournalists.org/blog/2025/09...
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The newly elected Steering Committee met with the EU Commissioner for Democracy, Justice and Rule of Law @michaelmcgratheu.bsky.social. Thank you for the fruitful exchange on the challenges for journalism and media freedom 🙏 We are pleased to count you and this Commission among our allies.
October 2, 2025 at 3:28 AM
The newly elected Steering Committee met with the EU Commissioner for Democracy, Justice and Rule of Law @michaelmcgratheu.bsky.social. Thank you for the fruitful exchange on the challenges for journalism and media freedom 🙏 We are pleased to count you and this Commission among our allies.
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The @efjeurope.bsky.social condemns the illegal boarding of the Global Summud flotilla by the Israeli navy and demands the immediate release of the journalists who have been arbitrarily detained, including Spanish journalists Néstor Prieto and Carlos de Barrón.
www.eldiario.es/politica/arm...
www.eldiario.es/politica/arm...
La Armada israelí detiene al periodista español Nestor Prieto en un barco de la flotilla
Túnez, 1 oct (EFE).- El portal web Descifrando la Guerra denunció la detención del periodista Néstor Prieto, colaborador del medio, que se encontraba a bordo de uno de los barcos de la Global Sumud Fl...
www.eldiario.es
October 2, 2025 at 5:45 AM
The @efjeurope.bsky.social condemns the illegal boarding of the Global Summud flotilla by the Israeli navy and demands the immediate release of the journalists who have been arbitrarily detained, including Spanish journalists Néstor Prieto and Carlos de Barrón.
www.eldiario.es/politica/arm...
www.eldiario.es/politica/arm...
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A recent analysis by OtterlyAI reveals that 29% of the sources ChatGPT cites originate from media, which obviously has a huge impact on the sector. @renateschroeder.bsky.social explains #AI as a rough challenge to “the economic survival of journalism when it comes to copyright and remuneration”.
AI at the News Desk: Copyright and Europe’s media economy - EU Perspectives
Generative AI is changing European media sector. From copyright battles to revenue challenges and what it means for journalism’s future.
euperspectives.eu
September 3, 2025 at 2:48 PM
A recent analysis by OtterlyAI reveals that 29% of the sources ChatGPT cites originate from media, which obviously has a huge impact on the sector. @renateschroeder.bsky.social explains #AI as a rough challenge to “the economic survival of journalism when it comes to copyright and remuneration”.
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Listen to Renate Schroeder, EFJ Director's words at yesterday's solidarity action in #Brussels, where we paid tribute to the 219 journalists who lost their lives while reporting on the massive killing of the population in #Gaza. "Stop killing the journalists". @renateschroeder.bsky.social
August 27, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Listen to Renate Schroeder, EFJ Director's words at yesterday's solidarity action in #Brussels, where we paid tribute to the 219 journalists who lost their lives while reporting on the massive killing of the population in #Gaza. "Stop killing the journalists". @renateschroeder.bsky.social