International Media Support is committed to freedom of expression and supports local media in countries affected by armed conflict, human insecurity and political transition. IMS activities cover three thematic areas of engagement. In addition to media and conflict, IMS is engaged in media and democracy activities in countries in transition in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, and in media and dialogue activities mainly covering the Arab world and Iran.
The Internet and Democracy Project is an initiative that examines how the Internet influences democratic norms and modes, including its impact on civil society, citizen media, government transparency, and the rule of law, with a focus on the Middle East. Its goal is to support the rights of citizens to access, develop and share independent sources of information, to advocate responsibly, to strengthen online networks, and to debate ideas freely with both civil society and government.
Instituto Prensa y Sociedad is an association that promotes access to information and independent press and debate about the role of the media in Latin America.
The Institute of Mass Information is an organisation that researches mass information in modern society. IMI’s objectives include defending freedom of speech, supporting Ukrainian mass media, training Ukrainian journalists, and monitoring the rights of journalists and media.