How should journalists respond to online trolls? Mute, block, ignore and more

COVID upended lives and accelerated the growth of digital economies, tech migrations and online opportunities. Unfortunately, it also created a few extra monsters on social media platforms.

Why are women under-represented in news stories – and newsrooms – in Asia and the Pacific?

As the world tackles inequality and gender discrimination across many sectors, the news industry in Asia and the Pacific is falling behind with inclusivity – be it in quotes for stories, interviews, or even editorial decisions.

Nominees for the 2022 TrustLaw Awards announced

The Thomson Reuters Foundation is delighted to announce the nominees for its annual TrustLaw Awards, which recognise remarkable pro bono projects undertaken by legal teams with NGOs and social enterprises around the world through the TrustLaw service.

How can media improve climate coverage in the world’s most threatened region – Asia Pacific?

Be it rising sea levels and typhoons in South East Asia, coastal floods and heat in South Asia, or the shrinking islands around the Pacific Ocean, climate scientists have designated the APAC region to be the most vulnerable to climate-induced devastation. But how much do we know about the people in these areas?

19 candidates shortlisted for the 2022 Stop Slavery Award

The Thomson Reuters Foundation has today announced the 19 candidates – including corporates, non-profits and individuals – shortlisted for its annual Stop Slavery Award in recognition of their dedication to ending the scourge of modern slavery and human trafficking.

Media’s Role in a Sustainable Recovery in Asia and the Pacific: Ten tactics to help news media secure long-term sustainability

Highlights from expert speakers who participated in a webinar on 'Racing to Survive: Media's Challenges and Solutions'. The webinar was the first episode in a four-part webinar series on ‘Media’s Role in a Sustainable Recovery in Asia and the Pacific’, hosted by the Asian Development Bank and the Thomson Reuters Foundation.

CEO responds to news that Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe has been freed

On behalf of all at the Thomson Reuters Foundation, we are overjoyed that our much- missed colleague and friend Nazanin has finally been freed.

International Women’s Day: 8 ways the Thomson Reuters Foundation supports women and girls around the world

Today the world pauses to celebrate women’s achievements and contributions to society, but, with stark concern that gender inequalities have been exacerbated by the pandemic, it is also a rallying point for the unprecedented global movement advocating for women’s rights and opportunities to be equal to those of men. Gaining or losing ground at this critical juncture, where calls are being made for a Global Reset, is expected to define the global gender order for generations to come, with irrevocable effects on humanity, society and the planet.

International Women’s Day: 8 ways the Thomson Reuters Foundation supports women and girls around the world

Today the world pauses to celebrate women’s achievements and contributions to society, but, with stark concern that gender inequalities have been exacerbated by the pandemic, it is also a rallying point for the unprecedented global movement advocating for women’s rights and opportunities to be equal to those of men. Gaining or losing ground at this critical juncture, where calls are being made for a Global Reset, is expected to define the global gender order for generations to come, with irrevocable effects on humanity, society and the planet.

International Women’s Day: 8 ways the Thomson Reuters Foundation supports women and girls around the world

Thomson Reuters Foundation response to crisis in Ukraine

The Thomson Reuters Foundation is committed to fostering a free media ecosystem and has worked with independent media in Ukraine for 30 years. We are working tirelessly with our consortium of partners to review ways in which we can continue to provide support, and help journalists to fulfil their vital mission of free, fair and unbiased reporting.

Thomson Reuters Foundation to host Secretariat for the Media Freedom Coalition

The Thomson Reuters Foundation has been selected by the UK Government to set up, host and run a Secretariat function to support the Media Freedom Coalition (MFC) – a partnership of 50 countries working together to advocate for media freedom and the safety of journalists.

Call for entries to the 2022 Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism

Named in honour of the late American war correspondent, the Awards recognise the courageous work of freelance journalists, local reporters and news fixers from around the world.

New personal branding programme helps level online playing field for reporters in developing countries

The Thomson Reuters Foundation held an online 'Personal Branding and Online Presence’ programme to help journalists in the Asia-Pacific region strengthen their online presence, build an authoritative brand on social media and stay safe online.

Seven highlights from Trust Conference 2021

Trust Conference – the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s flagship annual event – convened world-leading human rights defenders, innovators, media experts, business leaders and policymakers to address some of today’s most critical societal challenges and to discuss a post-pandemic recovery with inclusive growth, climate justice, media freedom and protection of digital rights.

Maria Ressa, Jeffrey Sachs and Craig Newmark amongst speakers to address Trust Conference 2021

Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa, and an Afghan reporter who fled the Taliban, Zahra Joya, will speak alongside a distinguished line-up of speakers that includes world-renowned Professor of Economics Jeffrey Sachs and founder of craigslist, philanthropist Craig Newmark at the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s flagship annual forum Trust Conference on 17 and 18 November.

Winners of 2021 Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism announced

Named in honour of the late American war correspondent Kurt Schork, the Awards uniquely honour the courageous work of freelance journalists, local reporters and news fixers from around the world.

Solutions Journalism: What reporters can do to beat ‘negative news fatigue’

Kavita Chandran, a Consultant and Journalism Trainer at TRF, discusses how a solutions-based approach to journalism - which focuses on responses to social issues and is now part of several training programmes that we provide to journalists around the world - offers an array of benefits to both readers and reporters.

CEO responds to news of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's 2000 days of detention in Iran

Today, we mark a bleak milestone in the ongoing ordeal of our friend and colleague Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe.

Online communications training in ‘Breaking Down Barriers to Health Services in Africa’ held for civil society organisations (Part 2)

The Thomson Reuters Foundation – in partnership with The Global Fund – held an online communications training for civil society organisations implementing Global Fund grants in Africa. The programme focused on improving advocacy and storytelling skills, with the aim of empowering participants to communicate effectively on human-rights related barriers to accessing HIV, tuberculosis and malaria services - particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thomson Reuters Foundation and The Global Fund team up to deliver ‘Breaking Down Barriers to Health Services in Africa’ training for journalists (Part 1)

The Thomson Reuters Foundation – in partnership with The Global Fund – held a six-week online training for a select group of journalists in Africa. The course focused on building expertise in reporting on human-rights related barriers to HIV, tuberculosis and malaria services in Africa in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thomson Reuters Foundation announces new Editor-in-Chief to lead global news team

The Thomson Reuters Foundation has appointed Yasir Khan as Editor-in-Chief to lead its team of award-winning reporters and oversee the digital transformation of its news offering.

Foundation and partners launch new website housing resources to support the fight against the worst forms of child labour

The Partnership Against Child Exploitation (PACE) – an international consortium comprising the Thomson Reuters Foundation and five other partners – is proud to launch its new website, housing a range of data-driven insights and resources designed to inform, support and empower those working to tackle the worst forms of child labour.

ESG Working Group launches a white paper to highlight the importance of social factors in sustainable finance

Together with partners, the Thomson Reuters Foundation, has produced a white paper emphasising the importance of the social dimension of ESG investment criteria for investors and addressing some of these challenges

Eight journalists complete course to become Thomson Reuters Foundation media trainers

The Thomson Reuters Foundation held a Training of Trainers (TOT) course for a select group of eight journalists - all recipients of the Chevening Scholarship in some capacity during their career. Participants received a TOT certificate in online learning that certified them to teach a Thomson Reuters Foundation course.

Reporting on Human Trafficking training held online for Indian journalists

The training offered full-time journalists an opportunity to build expertise in reporting on human trafficking in India, drawing on contemporary best practices.

CEO responds to news of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's court appearance

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe’s five-year trauma should have come to an end last week. On Mother’s Day in the UK, she should have been reunited with her young daughter, whom she desperately misses. Instead, this latest trial and delayed outcome is a deliberate move to prolong her ordeal and her suffering.

CEO responds to latest news that Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe has been freed but faces a new court date

This Sunday, March 7, our colleague Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe should be flying home to be reunited with her family following her unlawful and inhumane five-year prison sentence. But instead of regaining her liberty and walking away from this appalling affront to justice, she remains held hostage.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise, ARMEDANGELS and Missing Link Trust amongst winners of the Stop Slavery Award

The Thomson Reuters Foundation names businesses, SMEs, NGOs, and journalists leading the way in the fight to end modern slavery and human trafficking.

Call for entries to the 2021 Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism

The Kurt Schork Memorial Fund is now accepting submissions for its 2021 awards in international journalism. The awards recognise excellence in courageous reporting of conflict, corruption, human rights transgressions and other related issues.

Tesco, Philips and Global Fund to End Modern Slavery amongst shortlisted candidates for 2021 Stop Slavery Award

Recognising the wide range of actors dedicated to ending the scourge of modern slavery and human trafficking, the Thomson Reuters Foundation today unveiled the 28 candidates shortlisted for its annual Stop Slavery Award – after receiving a record number of applications.

Law firms champion pro bono amidst global health crisis

The Thomson Reuters Foundation publishes the 2020 TrustLaw Index of Pro Bono: a survey identifying global pro bono legal trends.

The Thomson Reuters Foundation partners with Sabin Vaccine Institute to deliver ‘Reporting on Immunisation and Vaccination’ journalism training

The Thomson Reuters Foundation - in partnership with the Sabin Vaccine Institute - launched an eight-day ‘Reporting on Immunisation and Vaccination’ programme for journalists in Eastern Europe.

Thomson Reuters Foundation convenes leading companies to tackle the threat to human rights in global supply chains during the COVID-19 crisis

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt the global economy, workers within supply chains are being adversely impacted. In response to these urgent challenges, in April 2020 the Thomson Reuters Foundation formed a community of leading companies to share best practice on ways to uphold the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

Impact of COVID-19 on journalists in Global South and emerging economies revealed in new report

The Thomson Reuters Foundation publishes unique study combining frontline journalists’ voices with insights from industry leaders and media experts.

End of year message from our CEO

I am hugely proud of the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s work this year. Our focus on combining the power of journalism and the law to protect media freedom, foster more inclusive economies and promote human rights has arguably never been more relevant or needed.

Winners of global photo competition to spotlight human impact of COVID-19 announced

Three winners selected for their outstanding images capturing the untold consequences of COVID-19 on people’s lives and livelihoods

TrustLaw marks UK and European Pro Bono Weeks despite COVID-19 challenges

Both in the UK and across Europe, pro bono work is flourishing with the pandemic presenting opportunities to find new ways to connect and collaborate.

Winners of 2020 Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism announced

Named in honour of the late American war correspondent Kurt Schork, the awards uniquely honour the courageous work of freelance journalists, local reporters and news fixers from around the world.

Five highlights from Trust Conference 2020

Held online for the first time, Trust Conference 2020 examined how COVID-19 has deepened existing social and economic inequalities, created and amplified threats to media freedom and will have lasting and significant consequences for protecting human rights.

Thomson Reuters Foundation collaborate with Novartis to deliver Health Reporting training

Thirteen journalists from across the Asia-Pacific region took part in the training, which focused on equipping journalists with the skillset and knowledge needed to accurately report on topical public health issues.

Working Group assembles to bust myths surrounding ‘Social’ dimension of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investment criteria

The Thomson Reuters Foundation, Refinitiv, International Sustainable Finance Centre (ISFC), Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, White & Case, Eco-Age and The Mekong Club have partnered to emphasise the importance of the ‘social’ dimension of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investment criteria for investors and advance the dialogue toward practical, relevant and comparable ESG ratings.

Youth climate activism and environmental politics explored in new season of acclaimed EARTH FOCUS from KCET, Link TV and the Thomson Reuters Foundation

From illegal gold mining in Peru to the United States' surprising green senator Harry Reid, the new season premiering September 8 looks at the politics of the environment.

Celebrating Ten Years of Impact

Growing exponentially since it first launched in 2010, TrustLaw has reached some important milestones in 2020: our network of high-impact NGOs, pioneering social enterprises and leading law firms and in-house legal teams has grown to over 6,000 members. We have also facilitated 6,500 pro bono legal projects across 180 countries – empowering thousands of organizations to achieve greater impact.

Photojournalism initiative launched to spotlight the human impact of the pandemic

COVID-19: The Bigger Picture combines a global photography award with news coverage to document how the crisis is deepening global inequalities.

First cohort of journalists complete Foundation’s 12-week COVID-19 Crisis Reporting Hub training

Fifteen journalists from 10 different countries in sub-Saharan Africa took part in the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s first COVID-19 Crisis Reporting Hub training from April 27 to July 16

Thomson Reuters Foundation partner with IFAD to deliver COVID-19 Reporting training

From May 18-26 June, the Thomson Reuters Foundation and the UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development ran an online COVID-19 Reporting training for 15 journalists across 15 different countries.

Foundation hosts virtual roundtables on human rights and supply chains

The Thomson Reuters Foundation, in partnership with Baker McKenzie and Omnia Strategy LLP, have brought together leading brands from a wide range of sectors over the past 3 months to attend virtual roundtables to discuss issues related to human rights and supply chains, as well as to share best practice.

We stand with the Black community today and every day

Racism, bigotry and prejudice have no place in society. As an organisation, we will harness the power of our media and legal services to play a more proactive role in the continued fight for equality and more inclusive economies.

COVID-19: Our response and our impact

Just 10 weeks ago, as the world began grappling with the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Thomson Reuters Foundation launched the first of its responses – grounded in its journalism and legal expertise – to better equip those right on the frontlines of the crisis.

TrustLaw & partners launch guide for NGOs and social enterprises on legal implications of COVID-19 in Argentina

TrustLaw, Thomson Reuters Foundation, Comisión Pro Bono del Colegio de Abogados de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires, and the pro bono workshop programme of the Law School of the University Torcuato Di Tella, partnered to produce a “Brief Guide for NGOs and SocialEenterprises on the Legal Implications of COVID19 in Argentina”.

Thomson Reuters Foundation hosts a virtual working group on protecting digital and data rights during fight against COVID-19

The Thomson Reuters Foundation convened leading civil society organizations and expert law firms for a virtual working group on protecting data and digital rights during the COVID-19 pandemic.

African journalists convene virtually for COVID-19 Crisis Reporting Hub’s first training

A group of 15 journalists from countries across Africa have completed their first week of training as part of their participation in the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s COVID-19 Crisis Reporting Hub.

Thomson Reuters Foundation launches COVID-19 Crisis Reporting Hub

In collaboration with the World Economic Forum, the Hub will equip reporters in the Global South to cover the pandemic

The Thomson Reuters Foundation joins ground-breaking partnership to combat the worst forms of child labour

The Thomson Reuters Foundation is part of the PACE consortium, a cross-sector partnership of six organisations working to combat the exploitation of children in the worst forms of child labour in Ethiopia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Central African Republic.

COVID-19: We're here to help

As the world faces an unprecedented set of challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Thomson Reuters Foundation is leveraging its unique blend of journalism and legal skills to strengthen the global response.

Message from Thomson Reuters Foundation CEO Antonio Zappulla in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

As the situation with the coronavirus (COVID-19) develops, we wanted to keep you updated as to the measures we are taking to ensure the delivery of our services, as much as is possible, whilst prioritising the health of our workers and partners.

TrustLaw Hosts Workshop for Social Enterprises in Ireland

TrustLaw, in partnership with Arthur Cox and Social Innovation Fund Ireland, led a Legal Health Check workshop for social enterprises based in Ireland.

LGBT History Month Event: The Remarkable Diaries of Mr Lucas

To celebrate LGBT + History Month, the Thomson Reuters Foundation partnered with Queer Britain, a charity working to establish the UK’s first national LGBTQ+ museum, on an event held on February 6th.

Aldi UK, HSBC UK and Delta Air Lines amongst winners of Stop Slavery Award

The Thomson Reuters Foundation announced the winners of its 2020 Stop Slavery Award in a ceremony that recognised more innovators than ever before.

Coca-Cola, IBM and Outland Denim amongst shortlisted companies for 2020 Stop Slavery Award

The Thomson Reuters Foundation today announced the seven companies shortlisted for the Enterprise categories of its Stop Slavery Award.

Call for entries to the 2020 Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism

The Kurt Schork Memorial Fund (KSMF) is now accepting submissions for its 2020 awards in international journalism. The awards recognise excellence in courageous reporting of conflict, corruption, human rights transgressions and other related issues.

HSBC, Delta Air Lines and IBM among shortlisted candidates for new categories of the Stop Slavery Award

The shortlisted candidates for the six new categories of the 2020 Stop Slavery Award are announced this week.

From our CEO

Our focus areas double down on our core expertise of media freedom, inclusive economies and human rights. This framework encompasses all of our existing activities, offering the perfect opportunity to develop initiatives and partnerships that are clearly relevant to us, and highlights the wider and collective outcomes of the organisation.

West African journalists converge in Lagos for first-ever training on slavery and trafficking

From December 2-6, West African journalists converged in the buzzing city of Lagos for our first-ever training on trafficking and modern slavery in the city.

TrustLaw launches campaign guides for UK NGOs amidst general election

Against a backdrop of election fever, civil society organisations gathered in London this December for a dynamic and open discussion on the laws and regulations governing campaigning in the UK hosted by TrustLaw, the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s global pro bono service.

Journalists gather in Dhaka for second course on covering migration, trafficking and slavery

A group of 11 journalists from across Bangladesh gathered in Dhaka for a week in early December for our second course on how to cover migration, trafficking and slavery led by Editor-in-Chief Belinda Goldsmith and Bangladesh correspondent Naimul Karim.

Seven highlights from Trust Conference 2019

From the need to create more inclusive economies, to protecting media freedom and the complexity of preserving privacy in a digital age. Trust Conference 2019 addressed some of the most urgent human rights issues of our time.

Ninth annual TrustLaw awards celebrate ground-breaking pro bono work

TrustLaw, the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s global pro bono legal service, celebrated its annual TrustLaw Awards ceremony on November 11th at London’s iconic OXO Tower.

Sustainable Development course brings high 5s and humour to journalists in southern Africa

28 reporters from across southern Africa attended our second Sustainable Development Reporting course in Pretoria, in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB).

TrustLaw Celebrates European Pro Bono Week

TrustLaw, Thomson Reuters Foundation’s global pro bono legal programme, co-hosted the first-ever European Pro Bono Week. Covering four of the Pro Bono Days across the region, Dublin, Milan, Madrid and Lisbon, the TrustLaw Europe team organised workshops for non-profit organisations and social enterprises.

Tina Tchen, Maria Ressa and Sinéad Burke amongst speakers headlining Trust Conference

Global human rights leaders – including Ferkat Jawdat, a Uighur activist, and Geum Hyok Kim, a young North Korean defector – will speak alongside representatives from Google, Facebook, Apple and Uber at the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s annual global human rights forum Trust Conference, held on November 13 and 14 in London.

Canada tops global poll as best country for social entrepreneurs while Britain and US slump

Canada, Australia and France are the best countries to be a social entrepreneur, according to the results of a global perception poll conducted by the Thomson Reuters Foundation in partnership with Deutsche Bank’s Made for Good programme.

Winners of 2019 Kurt Schork Memorial Awards in International Journalism announced

Three winners of awards that honour brave, yet often unrecognised journalists for their reporting on conflict, corruption and injustice are announced this week.

Training to empower the next generation of Arab media leaders held in Dubai

The Thomson Reuters Foundation opened the two-week Youth Arab Media Leaders Programme with intensive training designed to educate, empower and inspire future media leaders in the MENA region.

TrustLaw, Thomson Reuters, and UN Global Compact Hold Legal Working Group on SDG 16

Last week, as world leaders gathered in New York for the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Thomson Reuters, TrustLaw, and the UN Global Compact convened experts from across the legal community and leading NGOs for an interactive morning session on delivering SDG 16.

TrustLaw convenes women’s rights working group in Tanzania

This August, TrustLaw convened leading women’s rights organisations for a Legal Working Group in Dar es Salam. The event brought together a group of key international and grassroots organisations in Tanzania to discuss how legal pro bono can strengthen their work on gender equality.

Mexican reporters tackle human trafficking beat in week-long course

A group of 14 journalists from across Mexico took part in a five-day workshop in the capital in July on how to report on human trafficking and modern slavery.

TrustLaw wins “Best Collaborative Initiative” at the 2019 Lawyer Awards

On Tuesday 25 June, TrustLaw, the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s global legal pro bono service, was awarded the “Best Collaborative Initiative” at the 2019 Lawyer Awards.

Journalist training course held in Brazil as country looks to strengthen fight against slavery

Reporting on Migration and Trafficking course held in Phnom Penh

As Cambodia grapples with irregular migration, human trafficking and modern slavery, the Thomson Reuters Foundation held a training course for journalists - ‘Reporting on Migration and Trafficking’ – in Phnom Penh from June 17-21.

Thomson Reuters Foundation Gathers Top Experts to Discuss Cutting-Edge Field of Climate Attribution

On April 24th, the Thomson Reuters Foundation hosted a panel discussion on a cutting-edge scientific approach to tackling climate change. This first-of-its kind event was hosted at Dentons law firm in New York City and featured leading experts including Jeffrey Sachs.

Training course for journalists held in Kolkata as India strives to crack down on bonded labour and trafficking

As India strives to crack down on bonded labour and human trafficking, the Thomson Reuters Foundation held a training course for journalists - ‘Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery’ – in Kolkata from April 1-5.

TrustLaw hosts annual Café Pro Bono in London

TrustLaw, the Thomson Reuters Foundation's global pro bono legal programme, hosted its annual Café Pro Bono with legal partners Cooley, Dentons, Kirkland & Ellis and Sidley Austin

Cambodian journalists brainstorm stories on women and LGBT+ rights in gender reporting course

We held our first training course in Cambodia on gender reporting, including an exercise on finding the “gender angle” in major national news stories and drawing up a code of conduct for LGBT+ reporting.

INTERVIEW: Gregg Segal, 2018 Food Sustainability Media Award Winner

We sit down with the winner of the Multimedia Published category and creator of the Daily Bread challenge, Gregg Segal, to talk about his inspiration and plans for the future.

Call for entries to the 2019 Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism

The awards recognise excellence in courageous reporting of conflict, corruption, human rights transgressions and other related issues.

INTERVIEW: Maggie Andresen, 2018 Food Sustainability Media Award Winner

We sat down with the winner of Food Sustainability Media Award's Multimedia Unpublished category to talk about her winning entry and discuss her plans for the future.