Panelists examine the impact of Hungary's Media Law one year after its passage and discuss the outlook for press freedom in Hungary in the wake of deteriorating economic conditions, media convergence, and other challenges.

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Panelists examine the challenges to independent media leading up to Kyrgyzstan's October election and the outlook for press freedom in the wake of a decade of political instability and polarization.

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Ales Michalevich, pro-democracy activist and former Belarusian presidential candidate, discusses the current political environment in his country.

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In his presentation, Dr. Ibrahim Lipumba reflects on Tanzania’s achievements and the challenges ahead as we mark the 50th anniversary of Tanzanian independence.

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How do local media react when their fellow journalists come under attack? How can an independent press play its crucial role as a pillar of democracy and overcome challenges in places such as Sudan and South Sudan, Somalia, Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya? The discussion examined the development of unions and media associations as well as the international donor community’s role in supporting independent media in East Africa.

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CIMA's panel discussion explored how the lack of management skills and inexperience in developing effective business models pose a significant risk to the sustainability of independent news media. The speakers outlined a variety of business models for media in several countries around the world and examined what lessons can be learned from those experiences.

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Speakers discuss the crucial role Independent media plays in underpinning good governance

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NED President Carl Gershman presented the Democracy Service Medal to long-time Board member Jean Bethke Elshtain. Elshtain served as the NED Board specialist for South Asia and has also written and lectured extensively on the topic of religion and democracy.

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