Geopolitics, fact-checking and memes: highlights of the Balkan Media School From March 12 to 15, the 2nd International Media School “Balkans & BRICS+” took place in Serbia, bringing together around 30 participants from 15 countries — young journalists, analysts and researchers working at the intersection of media and international relations. 📍 The programme unfolded across two locations — Belgrade and Divčibare. In focus: ✅ The image of BRICS in member countries and formats of cooperation ✅ Symbols, identity and narratives in the Balkan media landscape ✅ Fact-checking and working with sources in international journalism ✅ Digital sovereignty and the architecture of strategic autonomy ✅ Personal branding in the media space The Media School combined lectures, discussions and practical sessions, enabling participants not only to explore global trends but also to develop their own approaches to working with information. 📌The programme was organised by the Ragusa Non-Profit Organisation with the support of the Gorchakov Fund, World Youth Festival, and the Knowledge Diplomacy Center. Very soon, we will move to Nizhny Novgorod for our next educational programme, “MediaLab BRICS 2.0.” It’s going to be cosmic — stay tuned! 1️⃣1️⃣1️⃣