The International Center for Safety of Journalists (ICSJ) contributed to the crucial conversation on journalist safety at the Council of Europe. Executive Director, Dr. Ilias Nikezis, presented at the "Journalists Matter" campaign, sharing insights on the ICSJ's impactful work to protect media professionals worldwide. The ICSJ is grateful to the Council of Europe and the organizers of "Journalists Matter" for providing this important platform to address the safety of journalists.
THISAMers BLOG
Conference theme: The currents of global media and culture
Date: July 2-3, 2025, 1:00-6:00PM
Venue: Thessaloniki, Greece
Co-organizers: THISAM (Peace Journalism Lab, School of Journalism and Mass Communications, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece), Institute for Convergence Culture (Hallym University, Korea), Knowledge Coop for Good Governance (Seoul, Korea) and Global Media and China (Sage)
Attending the Thessaloniki International Media Summer Academy was an incredible opportunity for me to grow and develop my career. The theme, “Unveiling Tomorrow’s Media: Challenges and Tools in Communication,” comprehensively covered the evolving media landscape. The seven-day workshop explored the opportunities and challenges faced by media industry, focusing on the role of Artificial Intelligence in newsrooms. We discussed how AI can streamline news gathering, production and distribution as well as the risk and ethical considerations associated with its use. It was emphasized that, despite it being a useful tool, it still requires human oversight.
Conference theme: The currents of global media and culture
Date: July 3-4, 2024, 1:00-6:00PM
Venue: Thessaloniki, Greece
Co-organizers: THISAM (Peace Journalism Lab, School of Journalism and Mass Communications, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece), Institute for Convergence Culture (Hallym University, Korea), Knowledge Coop for Good Governance (Seoul, Korea) and Global Media and China (Sage)
By Ektait Maria Xenia
Throughout THISAM 2023, we were engaged in a variety of stimulating lectures and discussions. Among them, "From Extractive to Collaborative Journalism: Building Trust for More Accountable Reporting" by Miss Aphrodite Salas, Assistant Professor at Concordia University, stood out as particularly remarkable and thought-provoking.
By Veronika Jakopič
Signe Ivask, an assistant professor, researcher, and lecturer, presented a lecture titled "The Influence of New Technology and Disinformation on Journalists' Working Practices."
By Uliana Galantseva
The question of AI replacing journalists is a pressing concern among many in the journalism field, including participants at THISAM 2023 (Thessaloniki Media Summer Academy). Throughout this year’s sessions, AI emerged as a recurring theme, sparking debates and speculations about the future of journalism.
By Safali Sagiyeva
Despite the conclusion of long-standing conflicts that have devastated generations, lingering enmity between nations continues to perpetuate trauma. This enduring hostility breeds fear of war, driving people to relocate or even leave their countries. The repercussions include political instability, economic and scientific stagnation, and a deep-seated hatred that distorts reality, making populations vulnerable to manipulation.
By Priya Shaw
The field of journalism has undergone significant expansion over time, encompassing advancements in technology, journalistic practices, newsroom systems, and strategies to engage larger audiences.
By Nina Planinšek
In our rapidly evolving digital age, content creation has become a potent tool for self-expression, communication, and influence. Platforms like social media, vlogging, and blogging have democratized content creation, enabling anyone with an internet connection to share their ideas and stories globally.
By Natalia Fedosieieva
The Thessaloniki International Media Conference 2023 delved into new trends in journalism, with a recurring focus on Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine. This topic surfaced daily in discussions among participants and speakers.
By Miha Rusnik
In recent months, it's become increasingly evident that artificial intelligence (AI) will profoundly transform various aspects of our lives. Initially, AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Google's Bard impressed many, despite some errors in their functioning.
By Matevž Pucer
Images significantly impact our daily lives, with visual information often processed faster and remembered more effectively than verbal information. Professor Thomas Miller from George Washington University, USA, demonstrated how visuals influence our interpretation of news and storytelling. This has profound implications in news production and other media fields, including advertising, social media, and messaging.
By Lucas Marsh
Since the advent of photography, conflict reporting has played a crucial role in disseminating information about wars and civil unrest to the public. However, the manner in which journalists choose to present these stories, whether through the deliberate framing of photographs or the subconscious use of language, can potentially exacerbate tensions and lead to further violence. Thus, it is of utmost importance for conflict journalists to incorporate peace journalism practices into their work.