AI for Non-Profit Newsrooms: 7 Reasons to Apply for This Fully Funded Training in Berlin
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AI for Non-Profit Newsrooms: Apply Now for Fully Funded Journalism Training in Berlin
Are you a journalist or media professional based in Europe looking to enhance your skills in leveraging AI for journalism? Tactical Tech is inviting applications for a fully funded in-person training program, “AI for Non-Profit Newsrooms”, taking place in Berlin, Germany, on 7–8 July 2025. This two-day workshop is tailored for professionals from independent newsrooms and non-profit media who are eager to explore ethical, practical, and innovative applications of artificial intelligence in journalism.
Event Overview
This initiative is organized by Tactical Tech, in collaboration with the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network (BIRN) and The Fix Media, as part of the EU-funded MOST (Media Organisations for Stronger Transnational Journalism) project.
The training aims to explore the trends, challenges, and the impact of digital transformation on media viability. It will focus on the role of AI in enhancing workflows — from content creation to distribution and monitoring — specifically in non-profit newsrooms.
Participants will engage with trainers from top-tier media research organizations and independent outlets, gaining valuable insights through hands-on sessions and discussions on ethical considerations, best practices, and implementation strategies.
Key Details
- Event Dates: 7–8 July 2025 (arrival 6 July, departure 9 July)
- Location: Berlin, Germany
- Financial Support: Up to €1,000 reimbursement for travel, accommodation, and related expenses
- Application Deadline: 25 May 2025, midnight CEST
- Notification of Acceptance: 2 June 2025
Who Can Apply?
This opportunity is open to Europe-based media professionals, especially those working with or affiliated with non-profit media organizations. Ideal candidates will have:
- Experience in collaborative or public-interest journalism
- Strong audience engagement and storytelling skills
- Interest in applying AI-driven tools in media production and distribution
- Commitment to ethical reporting and innovation in journalism
- Fewer opportunities to attend cross-border or in-person media events
Applicants must be citizens of Creative Europe participating countries.
How to Apply
Applications are open until 25 May 2025 (midnight CEST). Interested candidates should complete the form linked below, showcasing their journalistic experience and outlining how the training will benefit their work.
More Information
To read full details about the event and eligibility, visit the official info page hosted by Tactical Tech.
About the Organisers
The training is part of the MOST project, which supports independent media outlets across Europe by offering collaborative spaces, innovative business models, and sustainable content development strategies. The consortium includes OBC Transeuropa, El Orden Mundial, BIRN, European Pravda, and others.
Tactical Tech is a renowned international NGO that helps civil society and media navigate the ethical and practical implications of technology in modern life.
