RNW Media is an international media development organisation based in Haarlem, the Netherlands, dedicated to harnessing the power of independent digital media to uphold human rights and advance the public good.
Latest Activity
RNW Media is concerned with the refusal of very large online platforms and search engines, namely Meta, TikTok, X, and Google, to engage in debate at the Tweede Kamer, the lower house of the Dutch parliament.
Starting this month, October 2025, Meta is prohibiting all political and social issue advertising across the European Economic Area (EEA). For NGOs like ours, this is more than just another update in the advertising rulebook, it’s a big shift.
RNW Media’s team visited Nairobi, Kenya, for a week of collaboration, research, and partnership-building. From examining anti-gender narratives to exploring mental health in media and reporting on technology-facilitated gender-based violence, the week was filled with meaningful exchanges, new insights, and strengthened partnerships across East Africa.
RNW Media joined global delegates at the Media20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, where the Johannesburg Declaration was launched to strengthen independent journalism and safeguard information integrity. Building on this momentum, we also took part in CTRL+J, a South-to-South dialogue fostering solidarity and inclusion in the future of media.
The Media Council of Kenya and RNTC (Radio Netherlands Training Centre) have signed a pact to establish a Regional Media Skills Development and Innovation Hub in Kenya.
RNW Media introduces a new series, Digital Media Shakers, where we highlight bold voices shaping public interest and independent media. Up next: Rawan Damen, Director General of Arab Reporters for Investigative Journalism (ARIJ)
An anti-immigration protest in The Hague escalated into violent clashes on the A12, leaving police and journalists injured. With 37 arrests and political leaders condemning the violence, the unrest raises urgent questions about immigration, safety, and press freedom ahead of the elections.
RNW Media has launched the Digital Transformation Assessment, a free tool that helps independent media navigate digital and organisational change. Each participant receives a personalised report with a Digital Transformation Score, insights, and practical next steps to drive lasting transformation.
Since 7 October 2023, over 200 Palestinian journalists have been killed, as independent voices are systematically silenced. RNW Media stands with these journalists, providing training, resources, and support to protect those who bear witness to the truth.
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the media landscape, journalism is confronted with the critical challenge of upholding the principles of humanity, inclusivity, and gender justice. In response, RNW Media, in collaboration with Campaign for Good and Yayasan Gemilang Sehat Indonesia, convened a seminar titled “Inclusive and Gender-Sensitive Journalism in the AI Era for SRHR Issues”
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Our Solutions
Our free Digital Transformation Assessment is designed to help you understand where your organisation stands today—and where it can go tomorrow.
Launched during the 2025 Digital Media Impact Summit (DMIS), this initiative brings together a comprehensive and collaborative framework—our 360-degree approach—to protect information integrity, empower independent journalism, and strengthen civic resilience.
As part of our International Women’s Day campaign, we launched the digital coffee table book, Under Attack, Still We Rise! – a tribute to women media makers who, despite facing relentless online violence, continue to speak out, shape narratives and defend press freedom worldwide.
AlgoSpeak is coded language used to avoid being flagged or blocked by algorithms on social media, search engines, and other digital platforms. Co-created with partners, our website documents these creative workarounds.