Leading English, Urdu, and Hindi news portals in the country have come together to establish a national-level joint platform officially named “Cogito Media Foundation.” The announcement took place at the Millat Times office in Batla House, Delhi. The foundation aims to unite digital media platforms at various levels and enhance journalistic values and responsibility.
At the launch, journalists highlighted the importance of collective responsibility among digital media platforms to safeguard press freedom and uphold journalistic values. Cogito Media Foundation intends to facilitate training for journalists at the district and block levels, establish a self-regulatory system, and address legal issues faced by journalists and media institutions. The foundation also plans to launch campaigns for public awareness to solve financial challenges faced by media organizations.
Journalists associated with Cogito Media Foundation expressed concerns about the current state of journalism, emphasizing the need to shift focus from political turmoil to addressing the real problems faced by marginalized communities, including Muslims, Dalits, women, and tribals. They called for strengthening journalism that represents the neglected narratives of these sections and contributes to societal development, health, education, economy, and social bonds.
Cogito Media Foundation comprises 16 digital media organizations, including Millat Times, Maktoob Media, Muslim Mirror, The Cognate, The Observer Post, Haque Media, Nous Network, Baseerat Online, Stories Karvan, Clarion India, Asia Times, Milli Digest, Insaaf Times, Journo Mirror, and Khabar Adda.
The foundation has invited other media organizations to join the initiative by filling out an online form. Additionally, plans for a detailed program with new members and a major media conclave in the capital are underway, with details to be released soon.
Online Form for Joining: https://forms.gle/qHw2cfDsXtQxmbRaA
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