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WAN-IFRA selected as one of the finalists for the 2024 Incredible Impacts Programme

2024-10-09. The Incredible Impacts Programme celebrates the value of international association meetings by rewarding innovative thinking and creativity across the industry. Programme finalists demonstrate proven impact in shaping a better world, inspiring others to incorporate their own legacy initiatives into future events.

Meet the 23 Asian Young Media Leaders Selected for 2024 Temasek Foundation WAN-IFRA Fellowship

2024-10-07. The World Editors Forum Asia Chapter, part of WAN-IFRA’s network for editors, is proud to announce the selection of 23 emerging leaders from the Asian news media industry to participate in the fourth edition of the Temasek Foundation Young Media Leaders Fellowship (YMLF). This highly acclaimed leadership programme will commence virtually on 7 October 2024.

How automation transformed newspaper production at India’s ABP

2024-10-04. “Adapting to changing consumer preferences and leveraging new technologies is crucial for survival and growth of the newspaper printing industry,” Pradyumna Mitra, General Manager – Engineering, ABP, told participants at WAN-IFRA’s recent Indian Printers Summit.

News community unites for World News Day

2024-09-28. Support for World News Day comes from over 100 countries, with more than 800 media groups, associations and agencies taking the opportunity to promote the cause of journalism. Here are some of those who are actively engaged with the campaign.

Sustainability and agility take centre stage at Indian Printers Summit.

2024-09-25. The 32nd edition of the Indian Printers Summit, held at HICC in Hyderabad, India, shed light on strategies for transforming the print media and securing its future. The summit brought together more than 280 media leaders from over 50 organisations for the two-day event.

Global News Industry Launches ‘Choose Truth’ Campaign Ahead of World News Day

2024-09-23. Tuesday, 24 September, marks the launch of the global “Choose Truth” campaign, as part of the lead-up to World News Day on 28 September.

WAN-IFRA launches on-demand AI training courses

2024-09-03. WAN-IFRA has launched on-demand training courses tailored to newsroom skill demands, covering topics such as AI in news production and AI tools for journalists.

WAN-IFRA celebrates the champions of the “International Color Quality Club” 2024-2026

2024-08-27. WAN-IFRA’s International Color Quality Club (ICQC) announced 39 new members for 2024-2026, recognising their exceptional and consistent colour printing quality. This prestigious membership highlights the achievements of publications that have adhered to international printing standards over an extended period. 

Six months in, Innovate Local has 160 members from more than 40 countries

2024-08-27. Innovate Local, WAN-IFRA’s new programme, empowers local news through innovation and the sharing of actionable ideas within the community. During our recent Congress, local media executives discussed their approaches to succeeding in the changing digital landscape, from data-centric journalism to AI-driven automation.

WAN-IFRA’s Newsroom AI Catalyst kicks off in Europe in September 2024

2024-08-26. WAN-IFRA announced the 16 publishers participating in the first edition of the Newsroom AI Catalyst programme. The first catalyst kicks off in Europe and initiates a global programme of eight catalysts in four regions. This intensive program combines expert guidance with hands-on experience, equipping newsroom stakeholders with the knowledge and tools to drive strategic AI initiatives.