Exchange of experiences and promotion of professional standards among young journalists from Kosovo and North Macedonia

The Association of Journalists of Macedonia (AJM) in cooperation with the Association of Journalists of Kosovo organized an event dedicated to the promotion of professional standards in journalism, as well as the exchange of regional experiences among young journalists from both countries.

The event, which took place on June 13 in Skopje, discussed the challenges and perspectives faced by young journalists in the region, as well as the role of the media in protecting ethical and professional principles.

The event was opened by Dragan Sekulovski, the Executive Director of AJM, who emphasized the need for regional cooperation and support for young media professionals. Leonora Kaliqi, President of the Media Ethics Council of Macedonia, spoke about the importance of self-regulation and ethical codes, and the President of the Association of Journalists of Kosovo, Xhemail Rexha, emphasized that such meetings are crucial for building solidarity and common values ​​among journalistic communities in the region. Tamara Dichoska, a journalist who is part of the Young Journalists Section of the AJM, also shared her practical experience, and the experiences of other colleagues from Macedonia and Kosovo were also shared.

AJM remains committed to creating platforms for the exchange of experiences, mutual support and strengthening the capacities of journalists, especially young ones, who are the drivers of new media practices and quality journalism and represent a pillar of democracy in every society