UNESCO – guidance on fair compensation for news – response

The future of news is about ensuring that citizens continue to have access to trusted information and that publishers can continue investing in the journalism our democracies depend on. UNESCO’s initiative on fair compensation for news offers a timely opportunity to help shape a digital ecosystem that works for both citizens and creators. By strengthening rights, promoting transparency, and supporting fair compensation, we can create the conditions for independent journalism, local media, and diverse voices to thrive in the age of AI.

It is about ensuring that innovation supports a healthy information ecosystem – one where quality content is valued, public-interest journalism is sustainable, and citizens can easily find trustworthy information when it matters most.

Now is the time to build frameworks that reward investment in original content, protect media diversity, and strengthen democratic resilience. We encourage policymakers, publishers, civil society, and technology companies to work together to create a future where innovation and independent journalism reinforce one another for the benefit of everyone.

Algorithms may know what we clicked yesterday, but quality journalism helps us understand what matters tomorrow. A diverse media sector gives citizens the information they need, democracies the scrutiny they require, and societies the resilience to move forward with confidence.

UNESCO – consultation response