As part of the Initiative for European Public Space, ECF has built a coalition to shape a European media landscape. As a result, independent and citizen media are building displayeurope.eu, a European media platform that is open to all citizens in a twofold sense: citizens throughout Europe can receive the media translated into their own language via a central platform and, European citizens are able to contribute content to the platform via the widespread existing structures of citizens’ media. Display represents independent media who give voice and face to discriminated and oppressed minorities and who stand up for fundamental rights and civil liberties. Media who make an indispensable contribution to democracy.
The architects of Display believe in a European media, grounded in public values and inclusivity. They contribute to a shared European media, because Europeans’ lives are shaped by forces that disregard borders. They build a space, independent from governments as well as commercial influences, where Europeans – regardless of their background – can connect, share ideas, debate opinions, and find reliable information to hold the powerful to account.
Display Europe invites individual journalists and small media organisation to apply for a micro-grant. This micro-grants scheme, available until March 31, 2024, seeks to foster journalistic content creation on pressing topics. The initiative envisions a European media landscape firmly rooted in public values and inclusivity, striving to build a collective platform reflecting the diverse realities shared across the continent. Individuals and small media organizations keen on cross-border collaborations with pan-European relevance are encouraged to apply, with an emphasis on themes of urgency and innovative storytelling.
Successful projects can receive up to 2.000 EURO, and the initiative aims to fund 20-25 projects in total, covering both content production and operational expenses. Eligible applicants should be based in the European Union, align with the editorial charter, and adhere to the code of conduct.
The Display Europe platform, envisioned as a not-for-profit, independent, and community-driven space, breaks away from Big Tech platforms to establish a more democratic and inclusive portrayal of Europe. For those interested, inquiries can be directed to grants@displayeurope.eu.
Deadline: 31 March 2024
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