fraymedia Foundation Webinars
Grant-Writing Strategies in the Shrinking Funding Landscape Webinar
​​​
As journalism funding shrinks and competition for grants intensifies, over 100 African journalists gathered for a practical webinar on March 26, 2025, hosted by the Fraymedia Foundation in partnership with the Association of Independent Publishers (AIP). The session provided actionable advice for navigating today’s tough funding environment and crafting compelling grant applications.
Moderated by AIP’s Kate Skinner, the event featured seasoned voices from both sides of the funding table. Nadine Hoffman of the International Women’s Media Foundation spotlighted the ripple effects of U.S. funding cuts and urged journalists to stay resilient—emphasising clarity, audience insight, and persistence. Bongiwe Tutu of the Africa-China Reporting Project stressed relevance, methodology, and the power of a well-defined story. And veteran journalist Anton Harber, now with the Henry Nxumalo Foundation, reminded attendees to “think like a funder”—research thoroughly, be specific, and ask for help when needed.
The webinar also explored corporate partnerships as a growing but cautious funding avenue. Above all, the event reinforced the importance of preparation, storytelling clarity, and peer-driven support for independent journalism.​
​
Explore partner organisations for more opportunities and resources:
-
AIP: https://aip.org.za/
-
IWMF: https://www.iwmf.org/
-
Henry Nxumalo Foundation: https://henrynxumalofoundation.co.za/
-
Africa-China Reporting Project: https://africachinareporting.com/
​​​​
Empowering Women in Media: Insights from the Fraymedia Foundation Mentor Programme Webinar​
​
fraymedia Foundation’s Women Media Mentor Programme Webinar, held on December 19, 2023, brought together a diverse group of mentors and mentees from across Africa for its inaugural online launch.
Led by Paula Fray, a founding director of the Foundation, this webinar delves into the intricacies of effective mentorship in the media sector, particularly focusing on women's leadership and entrepreneurship.
Key Highlights: Paula Fray sets the stage with her vision for the programme, emphasising effective pairing for deep connections.
Expert Advice: Marie Rosholt, an executive coach with extensive broadcast experience, shares her valuable perspectives on building a successful mentor-mentee relationship.
Global Perspectives: Caroline Phiri-Lubwika from the Woman in News Programme and Fatma Kheir offer global insights on mentorship's role in media.
Practical Tips: Essential tips for effective mentoring, communication strategies, setting goals, and establishing boundaries are discussed.
Interactive Q&A: Engaging question and answer session with participants, providing real-world concerns and solutions. This webinar is an invaluable resource for professionals in the media industry looking to navigate the challenges of mentorship and leadership. Whether you’re a mentor, a mentee, or just interested in the dynamics of professional growth and women’s empowerment in media, this webinar offers practical insights and inspirational stories.
​​​​​​​​
International Women's Day: Woman media entrepreneurs embrace technology​
​
fraymedia Foundation celebrated International Women's Day, on March 8, 2023, by bringing together an inspiring group of women from across the continent to share their experiences launching media businesses in a rapidly transforming, technologically driven media environment.
​
With a keynote address from Dr Ava Thompson Greenwall, the discussion was enlightening and inspiring. Watch and listen here if you're interested in how technology is driving change and the challenges start-ups need to overcome.
​
​​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​​​​​​​​
​​​​​​​​​​