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Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine forever changed the media landscape in the country. Thousands of Ukrainian journalists had to become war correspondents overnight, and according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, at least 13 journalists have already been killed in the war so far. Despite the challenges, journalists in Ukraine continue to cover the invasion and provide crucial information to their people, despite experiencing the impacts of war themselves.
The U.S. Agency for Global Media recognized the outstanding journalists from its five networks and the critical work of the staff to make that journalism safely accessible. The 22nd Annual David Burke Distinguished Journalism Awards was held on April 21st with remarks from senior leaders across the agency in support of the winners.
Today, Voice of America’s Ukrainian team received the 2023 David Burke Distinguished Journalism Award for its coverage of the war in Ukraine beginning with Russia’s full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022.
Today, the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) celebrated its 21st annual David Burke Distinguished Journalism Awards ceremony. This year, for the first time, in addition to recognizing excellent reporting and coverage, the agency honored accomplishments made in providing broad, safe and secure access to that content.
Many Afghans have fled the return of Taliban rule. However, Zahrah Nabi, determined to fight for her rights, decided to stay. Homeland, a new Voice of America short documentary, offers a rare glimpse into the life and dreams of a woman who chose to stand her ground, no matter the consequences. This event, hosted in partnership with VOA, will feature the documentary Homeland and a panel discussion about the documentary, and about Afghanistan in the year since the Taliban takeover and U.S. withdrawal.
The U.S. Agency for Global Media invites you to participate in its third annual USAGM Press Freedom Film Festival from April 29 – June 3, 2022