Success Stories: Impact in Action

In today’s world of constant change and overwhelming disinformation, facts matter more than ever. Geopolitics, democracy, security, and the rule of law are being redefined—and the time to grasp these transformations is now. SEETV team dives deep into the questions on the EU integrations in the Western Balkans. Read more 

As part of a relatively young social media team at Radio and Television of Montenegro (RTCG), I wanted to learn how to improve our work—and my stay in Zagreb made that possible. Within the grant, I searched for a media outlet with a similar workflow that has similar challenges as we do at RTCG. I chose HRT, and my choice was right. Read more
 

“Me Sem Aida” is a TV documentary about Aida Vehabovic, a third-year student at the Acting Department of the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina. She is one of the few Roma women who decided to dedicate her life to this profession. Read more
 

The project “Sound of Facts: Demystifying Disinformation”, implemented by the Novi Sad School of Journalism, introduced an innovative radio format for fact-checking. Traditionally written content was transformed into interactive radio episodes specifically designed to engage a younger audience. Read more

When I was given the opportunity through the Innovation. Media. Minds programme to choose between several workshops and congresses, I immediately knew which one I wanted to attend: the IPI World Congress & Media Innovation Festival 2025 in Vienna. Read more 
 

Radio and Television of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BHRT) premiered the documentary film “The Fate of Minorities” on Saturday, November 1, at 6 PM. The film was created as part of the series “Life of Minorities,” produced with the support of the European Union. Read more
 

When Shkumbin Osmanaj first arrived at the Cyprus Broadcasting Corporation (CyBC), he didn’t know exactly what to expect. Shkumbin was eager, curious, and ready to explore how another public broadcaster works - especially in a country so full of history, diversity, and contrasts like Cyprus. Read more

 

Rovinj — with its sunlit cobblestone streets, the warm Adriatic air, and the buzz of creative minds — became more than just a festival venue. It became my newsroom, my source of inspiration, my lens into what journalism can become. Read more
 

For the past two years, farmers in town Kočani have been exchanging rice straw for fertilizer at the Wastewater Treatment Plant — a solution that reduces pollution. Read more

Weekend.18 proved to be much more than just a gathering of professionals. It was a dynamic platform for dialogue, inspiration, and collaboration – a space where different disciplines intersected and future trends were explored from multiple perspectives. Read more

Radio and Television of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BHRT) proudly presents the documentary film “Bridges of Diversity”, which explores the status and everyday life of national minorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It covers topics such as educational challenges, cultural heritage, linguistic diversity, and artistic expression of national minorities. Read more

In Rovinj, I had a truly unforgettable experience – I attended “Weekend 18,” an event that marked my autumn mood most beautifully. From the very beginning, the atmosphere was full of enthusiasm, positive energy, and creativity. Read more
 

In early September 2025, Milica Kapa spent eight days at the Croatian Radiotelevision (HRT) in Zagreb within the EU Innovation. Media. Minds. mobility grant. As a journalist working at RTCG (Radio and Television of Montenegro), this short but intense exchange opened new professional horizons for Milica —changing not only how she sees public service journalism, but how to approach it.
 

Journalist Katerina Topalova joined a group of journalists, researchers, and activists in Amsterdam for a week-long intensive training led by Bellingcat, the investigative collective known for pioneering open-source journalism. The goal: to sharpen their digital investigation skills and learn how to uncover hidden truths using publicly available data. Read the whole story here.

Vedran Prodicrecently spent three weeks in Germany for a professional development visit where he had the chance to work with journalists at Deutsche Welle (DW) in Bonn. Later he attended the Re:publica media conference in Berlin. Read his report here. 

Sixteen international mobility grants have been awarded to media professionals from public service broadcasters across the Western Balkans. The grants were allocated following the program’s second open call for international opportunities. Read more

What happens when you step outside your comfort zone and into the evolving world of media? From the editorial floors of Deutsche Welle in Germany to the vibrant conference spaces of Warsaw, I learned that good media is never just about content—it’s about connection. These mobility experiences challenged how I think, work, and create. They deepened my understanding of digital strategies, cross-cultural collaboration, and audience-focused storytelling. Because real transformation begins when we take the time to truly listen—and when we’re open to learning in unexpected places.

Radio Televizioni Shqiptar (RTSH) has launched a new project titled “Reporting Real News in Real Time”, aimed at modernizing news reporting across Albania through the use of mobile journalism (MoJo) technology.

Over the course of 16 days, I took part in a mobility project that led me through two enriching experiences — an internship at Radio Belgrade 1 in Serbia and participation in the International Journalism Festival in Perugia, Italy. Both phases offered valuable professional insights and significantly shaped my development as a journalist.

By Danijel Garic

My recent professional visit to Zagreb was more than a routine assignment—it was a journey that reinforced the power of cross-border collaboration and the role of journalism in addressing the environmental challenges of our time and the region.

By Zlatan Dzumhur, Journalist/TV host, BHRT

For nine unforgettable days, Milan — chaotic, elegant, and pulsing with creativity — became both my newsroom and my classroom. I arrived during one of the most vibrant times of the year: Milano Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2025. My mission was clear — to understand, observe, and absorb how experienced journalists cover one of the most prestigious events in the fashion world.

In Rovinj, I had a truly unforgettable experience – I attended “Weekend 18,” an event that marked my autumn mood most beautifully. From the very beginning, the atmosphere was full of enthusiasm, positive energy, and creativity. Read more

In Rovinj, I had a truly unforgettable experience – I attended “Weekend 18,” an event that marked my autumn mood most beautifully. From the very beginning, the atmosphere was full of enthusiasm, positive energy, and creativity. Read more