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Let's get loud – #JournalismOutLoud! 📣 What happens when 1,400 media professionals from 110 countries come together? For two days, the DW Global Media Forum #GMF26 became a space for new ideas, meaningful conversations, and fresh perspectives on the future of journalism. With more than 160 speakers across 50+ sessions, the 19th edition of the conference lived up to its promise of amplifying the role of journalism in an increasingly polarized and fragmented world. From thought-provoking debates to moments of celebration and connection, the forum demonstrated why independent journalism matters today more than ever. And yes, there was still plenty of time to have some fun along the way. 🙌 🎬 Relive the highlights in our aftermovie. And if you couldn't join us this year, head to our YouTube channel to watch recordings of the panels and plenary sessions (link in the comments ⤵️).

Gemeinsam mit den Kolleg*innen Armin Laschet, Nancy Faeser und Bodo Ramelow haben wir gestern den Parlamentskreis Deutsche Welle ins Leben gerufen. Es war uns eine große Freude, die Intendantin der Deutsche Welle, Barbara Massing, bei der Auftaktsitzung begrüßen zu dürfen. Begleitet wurde sie von Alexandra von Nahmen, Carolina Chimoy, Jan Kuhlmann und Jaafar Abdul Karim, die von ihrer eindrücklichen Arbeit in den Länderredaktionen berichtet haben. Vielen Dank für den offenen und spannenden Austausch!  Als deutscher Auslandssender informiert die Deutsche Welle täglich Menschen in über 30 Sprachen und erreicht mit ihren journalistischen Angeboten ein weltweites Publikum. Gleichzeitig profitieren wir in Deutschland von der unabhängigen Berichterstattung und Perspektiven der zahlreichen Korrespondentinnen und Korrespondenten im Ausland. Gerade in Zeiten globaler Unsicherheit wird deutlich, wie unverzichtbar eine freie, kritische und unabhängige Presse ist. Sie zu schützen, ist unsere gemeinsame Verantwortung. #DeutscheWelle

📣 That's all folks! 📣 As we close the doors on #GMF26, we invite you all to keep up the volume for independent journalism worldwide. Relive some of our favorite moments from this year's conference and see what we achieved together—powered by our theme, #JournalismOutLoud. Whether you joined us in Bonn or online: Thank you for your motivation, your perspectives, and especially your commitment to free and independent media. 👏 We hope you get home safely, build upon the networks you started here with us, stay committed to journalism and join us again next year for #GMF27 📸: B. Kietzmann, S. Englert, A. Tasci-Steinebach & DW Images

One more day and then it's time: #JournalismOutLoud. Speak. Listen. Act. Tomorrow at 10 AM, the 19th DW Global Media Forum opens its doors at the World Conference Center Bonn. Back in this truly historic and vibrant venue, more than 1,400 participants from the media, politics, culture and the wider public come together. Two days to exchange ideas, challenge perspectives and learn from each other. Two days to strengthen independent journalism in times of global upheaval and to turn up the volume where it matters most. Join host Liz Shoo and our global community to connect, debate and inspire. 🎟️ Last-minute decision? You can still get your ticket today at dw.com/gmf. And if you can't make it: we've got you covered on our social media channels. See you at #GMF26 👋

On June 23, Deutsche Welle will present the DW Freedom of Speech Award #FoSA 2026 to Hong Kong media entrepreneur and democracy advocate Jimmy Lai. His case is a stark reminder of what happens when space for independent journalism is eroded and why it must be protected. By honoring Jimmy Lai, we send a clear signal: the commitment to press freedom is ongoing and global. It brings together journalists, media organizations and social actors who believe in open debate and access to reliable information. This is what makes the DW Global Media Forum such an important platform for this kind of exchange. The award ceremony will be a key moment on the first day of the conference, and we are honored that his daughter, Claire Lai, will join us in Bonn to accept the award on her father's behalf. Registration for #GMF26 is still open. I look forward to welcoming you there next week. #JournalismOutLoud #DWAmbassador

In times of growing geopolitical tension, one question is especially close to my heart: How can we keep dialogue open across religious and cultural lines? 🌐 👉 Every day, we see how religion and identity shape societies, political discourse, and the way conflicts unfold. Too often, however, media coverage focuses on religion mainly in the context of crisis, conflict, and war. This does not reflect the full reality, and it overlooks the dedication of many religious leaders who take on responsibility in their communities to promote peaceful coexistence. That's why I believe we need to put much more light on interfaith dialogue, and on the role journalism can play in strengthening it. Responsible, independent media can create spaces for understanding, amplify diverse voices, and help build bridges where others see divisions. This is exactly what we will explore at the DW Global Media Forum 2026 in the session "Beyond coexistence: The media's role in interfaith dialogue." I am truly grateful that three outstanding personalities will share their perspectives with us: ➡️ Sally Azar, Pastor at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land ➡️ Dzevada Garic, Political Science Professor at the Sarajevo School of Science and Technology ➡️ Pinchas Goldschmidt, President of the Conference of European Rabbis 🎤 DW Senior International Correspondent Fanny Facsar will host this important conversation 🙏 I warmly invite you to join us on June 23 and 24 at the Global Media Forum in Bonn. I very much look forward to the exchange and to meeting many of you there. More on the session ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dAMafZks

The DW Global Media Forum will return in only 1️⃣0️⃣ days!   The countdown to #GMF26 is officially on, and trust us: it's impossible to ignore. Our entire team is feeling it everywhere… you could even say it's following us at every step.   We can't wait to welcome you back to the World Conference Center in Bonn for another inspiring edition!   🎟️ Haven't secured your spot yet? Now's the time: https://lnkd.in/dQRSf6YX   See you in 1️⃣0️⃣ days!