Donbas Media Forum 2026
● Kyiv, October 8-10
Donbas Media Forum is an annual conference that brings together journalists and media managers from Ukraine and the world, providing an opportunity to discuss current issues of the profession and establish communication. It was founded by the media organization DII-Ukraine in 2015.
DMF 2025 in numbers
Donbas Media Forum 2025 was the largest event in its history.It was also the largest media event of the year in Ukraine.
1426
participants
Over three days, the media conference was attended by more than 1000 participants
75
events
The record number of events held in various formats: panel discussions, workshops, presentations, a public interview, and a donor speed-dating session
60
consultations
Participants had the opportunity to receive individual consultations from experts in media law, digital security, social media, OSINT tools and various media opportunities at the “Safety Corner”
12
documentaries
Media professionals presented their documentary films, followed by discussions with the filmmakers
9
exhibitions
Partners organized exhibitions within the Forum’s program
Free dialogue will help media professionals openly discuss current challenges and develop strategies for future actions so that freedom of speech is not only an abstract value but also a practical tool that strengthens society.
Liubov RakovytsiaHead of NGO DII-Ukraine,Head of DMF organising board
Donbas Media Forum10 years of experienceA national platformA regional heart
Media organization that organizes the annual Donbas Media Forum.
Our mission: To be a driving force for the unification and resilience of Ukrainian society through quality journalism and dialogue.
The main areas of our work include: combating disinformation and propaganda that actively influence the residents of the eastern and southern regions of Ukraine; ensuring the information reintegration of the population from the temporarily occupied territories; and promoting the development of high-quality and independent regional journalism in the country.