Media and Digital Culture

Journalism Connect

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In an era of disinformation and shifting newsroom priorities, Journalism Connect fosters dialogue between emerging journalists from South Asia and Germany on rebuilding trust in the media. Through networking, workshops, and collaborative knowledge-sharing, the fellowship explores challenges such as declining trust in traditional media, AI-driven content creation, and the rise of misinformation.

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Streaming Recommendations

Film

We have compiled a fantastic selection of German films and series for you to enjoy that are currently available in the media libraries of the public broadcasters and on various streaming services in Germany.

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Projects

Alternative Futures

The impact of digital media on civic engagement is a subject of debate. Alternative Futures aims to foster forward-looking discourse on digital platform design and governance, promoting collaboration between German and Indian civil society institutions and researchers for enhanced civic engagement.

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German Series in India

Binge Fever!

Television “Made in Germany” is having a golden moment with the rise of international streaming services. In this dossier, we highlight binge-worthy German serials and fill you in on where to watch them in India.

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DigiVerse. How To Read Media

DigiVerse. How to Read Media seeks to promote knowledge and tools on media literacy, critical thinking, and digital security. This online platform is dedicated to raise awareness about these topics by showcasing various activities and initiatives.

The role of media and journalism

Between the Lines

Discover the many facets of media and journalism in India which have changed and developed dramatically over the last 25 years, as a result of digitization, economic boom & the evolving needs of a new, urban-oriented middle class.

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Chain Unchained

Chain Unchained is a regional initiative that brings together practitioners and experts from India and Germany from the arts and creative and technological industries. The project intends to take a closer look at the issues surrounding web3 and NFTs in order to better understand the opportunities, possibilities and risks involved.

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ReverseForward

ReverseForward was a GameLab that brought diverse people, skill sets, and perspectives together to discuss and critique the role of colonialism and its impact on contemporary societies. The key thematics of the lab were reimagining decolonial praxis in culture producers - both institutions and individuals, the role of play and narrative strategies, and social game design.