Caught between prejudice and ignorance: The representation of mental health in the Romanian media in 2025

The Center for Independent Journalism, with the support of UNICEF in Romania, is launching the research conducted by journalist Diana Oncioiu. The research monitored 12 publications/websites from the central and local press between February and March 2025 to understand how the press reports on mental health. In the 365 articles analyzed, mental health experts are …

Training for journalists. How do we achieve balance? Mental health in the media.

Mental health has become a key word in searches, headlines, and personal concerns. The Center for Independent Journalism, with support from UNICEF Romania, is organizing a training dedicated to journalists. During this program, we will explore the current state of how the Romanian media addresses mental health and discuss what can be done both for those being reported on and for those doing the reporting, through conversations with international experts and practical workshops.

E-book about news media related risks for deliberative communication in 14 consortium member country languages

The aim of this deliverable is to report in a popular mode about news media related risks for deliberative communication in 14 country languages, based on the research done within the Mediadelcom project. Teaching and self-learning materials shall be prepared for schools, including this e-book being prepared, tested and launched. Study on the risks the …