Media Freedom Under Scrutiny
This webinar will mark the official launch of two Shadow Reports on media freedom and EU accession in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Kosovo
The reports are produced by the Association of Journalists of Kosovo and Mediacentar Sarajevo, in collaboration with OBC Transeuropa, as part of the Transnational Advocacy for Freedom of Information in the Balkans (ATLIB) project, co-funded by the Italian Ministry for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
The event will explore the current media landscape in both countries from a transnational perspective, analysing its implications for the wider EU integration process. Discussion will focus on highlighting progress, addressing ongoing challenges, and presenting key recommendations for both EU and national stakeholders.
Opening remarks: Embassy Counsellor Botzios Thomas, Adriatic and Western Balkans Unit at the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Speakers: Irena Joveva, Member of the European Parliament, Renew Europe Group, Lamija Kovačević, Researcher at the Mediacentar Sarajevo, Getoarbë Mulliqi, Executive Director and researcher at the Association of Journalists of Kosovo, Tamara Filipović, Coordinator of the SafeJournalists Network
Closing remarks: Massimo Moratti, Senior Researcher OBC Transeuropa
Moderator: Serena Epis, project officer OBC Transeuropa
