Media is deeply intertwined within our political cultures, yet the broader development community often approaches media reform as if it were a technical problem that can be solved through training and technical assistance. What does it mean for media development practitioners to engage politically, to build coalitions for reform, and to work with political actors to get results? Are there tools that we can use to make reforms happen? How can media development community better engage in the broader development agenda? Please join CIMA and renowned experts from the development field to discuss these topics featuring&nbsp;Thomas Carothers, Brian Levy,&nbsp;Lisa Williams, and Marguerite Sullivan. The discussion will be moderated by&nbsp;Shanthi Kalathil.

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The Politics of Media Development 

The Center for International Media Assistance (CIMA) at the National Endowment for Democracy, works to strengthen the support, raise the visibility, and improve the effectiveness of independent media development throughout the world. The Center provides information, builds networks, conducts research, and highlights the indispensable role independent media play in the creation and development of sustainable democracies. CIMA convenes working groups, commissions research reports, and holds events. The Center distributes a comprehensive list of digital media information and maintains a bibliographic database of international media assistance resources.

The Politics of Media Development

Host

Center for International Media Assistance

Speakers

Thomas Carothers

Brian Levy

Lisa Williams

Marguerite Sullivan

Shanthi Kalathil

Coordinator

Valerie Sinden

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