Strengthening Democracy

With support from the ACF Impact Fund, MDA is driving meaningful change to create a more representative and inclusive media industry.

New research suggests Australians are among the most concerned globally about the rise of mis- and disinformation. It’s an area rapidly attracting interest from our giving community too.

As the surging cost of living continues to have a devastating impact for people across Australia, the Economic Media Centre is working to make sure the voices of those most affected are being heard. In this recent conversation, Australian Progress Executive Director, Kirsty Albion, shares the story of establishing the Economic Media Centre in partnership with ACOSS, some of its impact highlights so far, and what support from the Impact Fund community has meant for this important work.