Publications

In order to provide stakeholders of the OSCE Mission to Montenegro with more detailed knowledge about the differentiation between inappropriate and hate speech, the Mission hired an international consultant to produce a comprehensive research. The study examines and differentiates the fine lines between inappropriate, defamatory and hate speech in media content, with a particular focus on online media. Within the research, the consultant explains the lines between expressions of opinion, allegations, defamations and incitement to violence, hate speech and other forms of deliberate disinformation present in media content. The research compares EU and Montenegrin law and regulations, including the practise of the ECHR, media standards on self-regulation, and Journalist’s Codes of Ethics.

These infographics reflect in a systematic and structured way the process of reforming the state and municipal newspapers. They were produced within the project “Supporting State and Municipal Media Denationalization” implemented by the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Ukraine. Available only in

The recommendations for preparing documents provide a short explanation and summarize already gained experience in working with the public registrar. The recommendations were produced within project “Supporting State and Municipal Media Denationalization” implemented by the OSCE Project

The publication features some important topics related to civil society and the media, including the best international/domestic practices and interpretation of regulations. The Guide, published in co-operation with the Independent Association of Vojvodina Journalists (NDNV) is available in Serbian language only.

This booklet on Media Accountability Systems is written by Professor Claude-Jean Bertrand of French Press Institute, University of Paris. It is a practical list of various tools for media professionals, their outlets and associations, in improving journalistic standards and regaining the trust of

Survey for the multi-stakeholder consultation in the framework of the project to put a spotlight on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on freedom of expression (#SAIFE).

This document is a result of the research of the process of reforming municipal print media carried out in September-December 2017. The research aimed to determine the main trends of the reform, identify factors that hinder the reform’s implementation and execution of reform measures in the established period. The document will be useful to representatives of state authorities, non-governmental organizations and media that directly or indirectly conduct activities related to the reform of state and municipal print media. The study of the reform dynamics and the challenges faced by municipal print media undergoing the reform was carried out within the Project "Further Support of the State-Owned and Municipal Print Media Reform", implemented by the OSCE Project Co-ordinator Project in Ukraine. The conclusions and views expressed in the report are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the OSCE Project Coordinator in Ukraine. The publication is available only in Ukrainian.

Diverse societies require space for inclusive and pluralistic interaction and debate. Media and information technologies can offer such spaces to allow different groups to interact with each other, explore their identities, and voice diverse perspectives without fear. This fosters dialogue and mutual understanding, strengthens societal integration and resilience, and reduces tensions. The OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities offers guidance on how to create, nurture, and develop the role of the media and information technologies for conflict prevention.

Analysis of the Content Creation Process, Business Ethics and DSA Implementation

The aim of the Comparative Study is to assist the Agency for Electronic Media in improving the legal framework by producing a comparative analysis of the legal frameworks in seven OSCE and Western Balkan region countries related to the political advertising and media campaign during the pre-election period.