On Monday, December 2, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, the webinar “Economic Sustainability of Impact Journalism” will take place. This is the fourth and final webinar organized as part of the Torino Impact Journalism initiative, sponsored by Social Impact Agenda for Italy.
The course will feature national and international experts who will discuss the economic challenges and potential solutions for sustaining a newsroom committed to impact-oriented practices.
“We work to strengthen the resilience of independent media, improve access to legal services, and promote responsible business models.” These words embody the mission of the Thomson Reuters Institute, a global hub uniting professionals from the legal, corporate, tax, and government sectors to analyze trends, foster dialogue, and provide practical tools to navigate an ever-evolving world.
Annalisa Eichholzer is Business Development Manager at the Thomson Reuters Corporate Foundation, an independent charity registered in the UK and the US. Her role involves identifying and developing new opportunities for strategic partnerships with philanthropic organizations and businesses interested in supporting independent journalism and a global pro bono legal service.
Previously, she served as Partnerships Manager at the Open Data Institute. She holds a Master’s in Media and Communications from the London School of Economics and a degree in Modern Languages and Cultures from the University of Pavia.
A commitment to free and independent journalism
The Foundation is deeply committed to promoting and supporting free and independent journalism, recognizing it as a cornerstone of a free, fair, and informed society. Today, accurate, balanced, and impartial journalism is more critical than ever to ensure transparency and accountability, thus reinforcing the principles of democracy.
In this context, the Thomson Reuters Foundation represents a free and independent media ecosystem, leveraging its extensive expertise in journalism and law to strengthen the resilience of independent media worldwide. It offers a comprehensive range of free legal services, training, and resources to counter threats to journalists, support the sustainability of news outlets, and bolster organizations advocating for press freedom.
Challenges Facing Independent Media
Independent media today face unprecedented challenges. From attacks aimed at silencing or discrediting critical journalism to business models disrupted by rapid technological advances and shifts in news consumption, the need to protect a free press has never been more urgent.
In this scenario, the Foundation plays a key role in media development. Its commitment to reinforcing the resilience of independent media includes development programs for journalists and newsrooms, along with collaborations with those on the frontlines of creating an environment conducive to a free press.
Services supporting press freedom
From training journalists to uphold the highest editorial standards, to strengthening the resilience and sustainability of news outlets, and working with governments to improve regulatory frameworks for press freedom, the Thomson Reuters Foundation takes a holistic approach refined by years of experience.
With this mission, the Foundation leverages data analysis to continually enhance its programs and products, addressing the most critical and current issues with relevant and effective tools. It also provides data-driven insights to investors, businesses, media professionals, and the legal sector, empowering them to play a positive role in society.
Through its projects and initiatives, the Foundation is committed to ensuring that independent media can thrive, continuing to inform the public with responsible journalism oriented toward the common good.
