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Michael Nikbakhsh

Freelance journalist

Die Dunkelkammer

Freelance journalist

Die Dunkelkammer

The multi-award-winning investigative journalist researches white collar crime, corruption and abuse of power. He worked for several media outlets before setting up his own investigative podcast in 2023. He is also a member of the board of the NGO Reporters Without Borders Austria.

Michael Nikbakhsh on the Schedule 2023

All times in CEST

Friday, 01 September

Starting times

Afternoon

Independent Media Under Pressure in Democracies

English 90

Independent media is essential in any functioning democracy. It plays a crucial role in facilitating public debate, informing citizens, and holding those in power accountable. However, in recent years independent media has come under pressure in many democracies around the world. What methods are used to curtail media freedom? What are the most effective counter-measures?

Session objective: Building understanding – Build your understanding by learning about personal insights and experiences as well as developments in science, society, politics or world affairs.

Hotel Post , Hotel Post - Seminarraum

14:00 - 15:30 Independent Media Under Pressure in Democracies

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