CFI, THE FRENCH MEDIA DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Latest news
Recent information about projects in the field
CFI at the One Health Summit: the media and health misinformation
From 5 to 7 April, France will host the One Health Summit in Lyon, an inclusive, unifying summit aimed at speeding up the implementation of the “One Health” approach. The One Health Festival, which will accompany it from 16 March to 15 May 2026, will...
In the age of fake news, defending the integrity of journalism in French-speaking countries
To mark International Francophonie Day, on 20th March 2026, CFI reaffirmed its pivotal role in building a Fancophone media landscape that is resilient in the face of misinformation.
Portrait of Bathsheba Sanau in Papua New Guinea: professionalism and humility
Bathsheba Sanau, 32, is head of transport and industry at NBC (National Broadcasting Corporation) in Papua New Guinea. She is still keen to learn and pass on new knowledge about the environment to her community.
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?
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