About InternewsInternews is an international media development organization based in California. Our MissionInformation is the power that can change the world. We are in the midst of a revolution in human communication that is profoundly reshaping our future. Yet, for nearly half the planet, the promise of this revolution has not been fulfilled. The mission of Internews is to empower people worldwide with the news and information they need, the ability to connect, and the means to make their voices heard. Our Vision for the FutureWe envision a world where everyone can communicate freely with anyone, anywhere, and exchange the news and information they need to shape the future of their communities and the world. Our ValuesThe Power of Information: We believe that free flowing, locally produced and editorially independent news and information has the power to transform lives and enrich communities. Journalistic Integrity: We uphold the values of journalistic independence and professional ethics in our work, in our organization and with our funders. Consistent with these values, Internews advocates for the importance of quality, local, independent media and the right to access information, but does not take a position on other policy issues. We reject any funding or support that would compromise our organizational independence. Innovation: Working in some of the most difficult environments around the world, Internews pioneers applications of new technologies for development and designs and implements innovative solutions to programmatic and operational challenges. Persistence: We recognize that social progress involves a commitment to long-term engagement, flexibility in approach, and persistent encouragement of partners and programs. ActivitiesFormed in 1982, Internews Network is a 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in California. It has worked in 70 countries, and currently has offices in 23 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Internews Network is a founding member of Internews International, an umbrella organization, based in Paris, made up of 12 media development NGOs. Since inception, Internews has worked with 4,300 radio and television stations and print publications. Internews activities include:
As part of its work fostering independent media and access to information, Internews has developed special global programs in health journalism, environmental journalism, humanitarian media, information and communications technology, and governance and transparency. DonorsInternews Network is primarily supported by grants. Funders have included the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Carnegie Corporation of New York, the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, the Coxe- Otus Fund, the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, the Ford Foundation, the GE Foundation, the Gregory C. Carr Foundation, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, the Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Foundation, the National Endowment for Democracy, the National Science Foundation, the Open Society Institute, the United Nations Foundation, UNDP, UNHCR, UNICEF, the U.S. Agency for International Development, the U.S. Department of State, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the World Bank, and many others. The organization has a budget of $26 million for 2007. More InformationInternews Brochure 2007 – Screen Quality – 200 KB(PDF) |
"(Internews') success in promoting democracy, pluralism, conflict resolution and the growth of active, well-informed civil societies in emerging democracies is undeniable." SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE "Internews is an internationally respected organization with a proven track record of supporting independent media." — Krishna Kumar, "Promoting Independent Media: Strategies for Democracy Assistance," 2006 |
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