CFI, THE FRENCH MEDIA DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
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Recent information about projects in the field
Mapping Central Asia: Towards Healthier Information Ecosystems
How does important information travel from Central Asia’s decision-making centers and media hubs to geographically remote, vulnerable and marginalized communities?
Less visible, more often attacked: in light of this observation, the impact of CFI’s work to st...
Women are vastly under-represented in the media(1), both in terms of editorial coverage and their presence in journalism and management positions. They are also the targets of threats, cyber-harassment and misinformation campaigns aimed at...
Emmanuel John Lazaro: race against the clock
In the Philippines, radio journalist Emmanuel John Lazaro, aged just 29, is already running out of time as he races against the clock to make sure alternative voices are heard on environmental issues.
Central Asian talent at FIPADOC: building connections and telling today’s true stories togethe...
As part of the International Documentary Festival (FIPADOC) in Biarritz (23–31 January 2026), CFI invited four female directors from Central Asia to participate in meetings of sector professionals and present their film projects to producers during...
Communities
Find out about the backgrounds of our journalists and members of our community
Filipino journalist from GMA News.
It's a small community that needs a boost to cover more topics.
A Cambodian journalist who has just turned 24.
Our health is linked to our surroundings.
Laotian journalist.
Good human health, good animal health and a healthy environment are essential for creating a sustainable world.
Our projects
Recent information about projects in the field
Investigation Lebanon
Support for investigative journalism in Lebanon to achieve greater transparency in public institutions and push back against corruption
Digitalise Youth
Raising awareness among young people and developing their skills in the face of online disinformation
We act for
- Defend freedom of information
- Protect the environment
- Promote equality between women and men
Our Statement of Principles
FREEDOM
CFI asserts its unwavering commitment to freedom of expression and the freedom of the media, as well as to the fundamental freedoms underpin the democratic balance of a society
SUSTAINABILITY
CFI conducts all of its actions with a constant focus on sustainability
DIALOGUE
CFI promotes a culture of exchange, dialogue and sharing of good practices between the media community including regulatory bodies and public authorities
PLURALISM
CFI supports and defends media pluralism by guaranteeing the diversity of content and opinions
Find out more about CFI values