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A collage featuring three polaroid-style photographs of political leaders Daniel Ortega, Nayib Bukele and Nicolás Maduro, placed over an image of U.S. dollar bills and a manila envelope. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons and Canva)
False News and Disinformation
Authoritarians say USAID-funded journalism is not independent. Journalists say that’s a fallacy

While authoritarian leaders in Latin America discredit media funded by US entities, journalists argue that these funds do not dictate their agendas, but rather support informative work in repressive contexts.

Violence Against Journalists
Four women journalists talk about digital violence in Bukele’s El Salvador

Women journalists in El Salvador face relentless online abuse, including slander and threats of sexual violence. Some choose to self-censor and withdraw from public and online spaces.

Funds to finance journalism in the U.S. and worldwide
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Funds to finance journalism in the U.S. and other countries will be the topic of the opening keynote panel at ISOJ 2025

The first day of the 26th International Symposium on Online Journalism (ISOJ) speaks to challenges facing journalism in the digital era, including those involving financial stability, trust, building audiences and more.

Beyond Streaming: Attend ISOJ from anywhere in the world
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Beyond streaming: Sign up for the ISOJ 2025 Virtual Experience, enjoy new ways of participating remotely

Register today to virtually attend the 26th International Symposium on Online Journalism (ISOJ) and take advantage of exciting perks like special meet and greets with speakers and giveaways exclusively for virtual participants.