17 new members have joined ANEM.

These are Webinfo, Rec Media Užice, Storyteller, Zoomer, Internet portal Far, JUGpress, Nova Naša reč, TAKT, Mašina, A1tv.net, Magločistač, Epicentar press, IN medija, Glas Zaječara, Radio Sloboda, Ozon Press, and N2 portal.

As evaluated by the members of the ANEM Board of Directors – Veran Matić, Milorad Tadić, and Slobodan Krajnović, the new members represent examples of professional and independent media in Serbia and will significantly contribute to the improved functioning of the organization that has existed since 1993.

“These media have played an exceptionally significant role in the past year. Although few in number and with limited capacities, their professionalism, dedication, and tirelessness have compensated for all shortcomings. They have professionally covered events of crucial importance, both for local communities and for the national arena, enabling citizens to stay informed about the most important happenings in the country. In doing so, they have contributed to restoring the reputation of journalism as the 'watchdog of the public interest,'” stated Veran Matić, Chair of the ANEM Board.

He added that in a time when the safety of professional journalists, quality information, and media freedom are threatened, solidarity and a united fight for the improvement of the conditions in which media operate today are extremely important.

“We are proud of the resilience of independent and professional media and the new generations of media and journalists who have proven themselves in their professional and engaged work in the public interest,” Matić added.

The Board of Directors has called on all media that adhere to professional and ethical standards to join ANEM in the collective fight for a better media environment in Serbia, for accountability and a state based on the rule of law.

As a reminder, ANEM was founded in 1993 by several stations - Radio B92 and NTV Studio B from Belgrade, Radio Boom 93 from Požarevac, Radio Antena M from Podgorica, Radio Bajina Bašta from Bajina Bašta, Radio Smederevo from Smederevo, and Radio Cetinje from Cetinje. The goal was to unite isolated media, which was the first step towards dismantling the media monopoly that was under state control.

If you wish to become a member, the application form can be found at this link.

A list of all members is available at this link.