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Technological developments reinforce the role of Ethics Councils in the region

 25.06.2026
Representatives of the Media Ethics Councils of the Western Balkans and Turkey recently gathered at a regional meeting in Sarajevo to explore the challenges faced by self-regulatory media bodies and come up with ways to adjust to the rapi… Повеќе... “Technological developments reinforce the role of Ethics Councils in the region”

Influencers are no journalists – representatives of Promedia.mk react

 16.06.2026
At the meeting with media representatives from Ohrid and the surrounding area, members of the SEMM register of professional online portals – Promedia.mk, the attendees raised several interesting topics based on their daily expe… Повеќе... “Influencers are no journalists – representatives of Promedia.mk react”

New Draft-Code of Macedonian Journalists open for comments

 07.05.2026
Dear journalists, media workers and stakeholders in the media sector, Below, we share the draft text of the new Code of Journalists which consists of eighteen articles. We invite you to share your comments and feedback, which would consti… Повеќе... “New Draft-Code of Macedonian Journalists open for comments”

The Council of Media Ethics of Macedonia presented its annual awards for best story on the topic “Facts and Misinformation about Climate Change”.

 30.04.2026
The first award was presented to journalist Mihajlo Milosheski, from “360 Stepeni”, for the article “How can Macedonia move away from coal without losing its energy stability?” ( https://360stepeni.mk/kako-makedonija-ke-go-napus… Повеќе... “The Council of Media Ethics of Macedonia presented its annual awards for best story on the topic “Facts and Misinformation about Climate Change”.”

Trust is built on ethics, lost on sensationalism

 02.04.2026
Turning tragedies into click-bait media content to be devoured by the “masses” is a serious violation of the ethical standards in journalism and a direct deviation from the basic principles of the profession. When reporting on the ongoin… Повеќе... “Trust is built on ethics, lost on sensationalism”

Working Meeting of the Local Active Pelagonia Editorial Team in Prilep

 19.02.2026
The Council of Media Ethics of Macedonia (CMEM) participated in a meeting of the community media outlet Local Active Pelagonia in Prilep, organized by the RESIS Institute. The meeting, held on February 17, brought together journalists a… Повеќе... “Working Meeting of the Local Active Pelagonia Editorial Team in Prilep”

Half of the code violations in 2025 related to inaccurate reporting

 16.02.2026
The Council of Media Ethics of Macedonia (CMEM) presented statistical data on the complaints received and processed during 2025, with a focus on the main trends reflected in the figures. Last year, 244 complaints concerning media conten… Повеќе... “Half of the code violations in 2025 related to inaccurate reporting”

Open call for CMEM annual awards: Facts and misinformation on climate change

 13.02.2026
The Council for Media Ethics (CMEM) invites journalists and media outlets to apply for the annual award that the self-regulatory body presents on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, May 3. The topic for this year’s award once again rel… Повеќе... “Open call for CMEM annual awards: Facts and misinformation on climate change”

Distance and Comprehensiveness as Journalists, Instead of Sensationalism when covering the “Safe City” Protests

 07.02.2026
The Council of Media Ethics Macedonia (CME) highlights the importance of responsible reporting regarding events such as the protests that followed the entry into force of the “Safe City” traffic control system. When the media reports on… Повеќе... “Distance and Comprehensiveness as Journalists, Instead of Sensationalism when covering the “Safe City” Protests”
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