API team worked for months , using various creative ways, on a strategic plan to develop the Syrian media. This plan has crystallized our big dream and divided it into short, medium, and long term projects, and took into consideration that all projects have to workout, regardless of changes in the political and security conditions. Likewise, the plan took into consideration both the needs and demands in the field.
We monitor the state of Syrian media and the role that it plays either positively by being an essential doer as an independent for pushing toward democracy, peace and human rights, Or negatively by promoting violence, dictatorship, extremism, and violation of human rights. We also monitor other non-independent media platforms such as, the Syrian regime, political and military opposition groups, as well as extremists media outlets. This helps us to keep our work In line with the field’s needs’ and for other policy makers or international organization who are interested. Thus, , we periodically conduct research, analysis, events, and workshops on all Syrian media platforms.
We do provide continues specialized training to experienced and non-experienced Syrian journalists and photographers who are working in Syria, Turkey, or neighboring countries. Since Syrian journalists who live inside Syria find it impossible to attend our trainings in person due to the many obstacles of visa procedures, financial and security situations; API started to develop various training materials such as video trainings, books, booklets and tips for self training purposes. Our virtual ”Journalist Library” also includes other materials which also has been produced by third parties in different sections such as (code of ethics, law of media, media language skills, fact-checking conflict reporting, investigative reporting, etc..)
We aid Individuals and organizations for finding new
opportunities offered by third party. We publicize
journalism and photography scholarships, fellowships,
jobs, festivals, awards, or training opportunities in our
platforms. We are also willing to partner with
international universities and training academic centers
to obtain long term academic studies for Syrian
Journalists.
Our Arabic version sections website consist of
• News: updated news of the Syrian media and Syrian
journalists or any related news that suit the interests
and needs of the journalists . Selecting the news takes
into consecration to highlight success stories and
promote positive values such as respect for human
rights, and peace building media.
• Opportunities: updated studies, scholarships,
internships, fellowships offered by API or a third party.
• Journalist Library: In addition to API products, the
virtual library also collect books, booklets and
researchers from various sources.
• Tips: updated weekly tips in articles and video forms.
• Opinion: API gives the opportunity to its team, other
journalists, experts, to share their Ideas about all media
related topics.
We believe that highlighting good examples of
professional journalism helps to change the behavioral
norms, and encourage individuals and organizations to
improve their performance.
To this end, API is looking to establish an annual prize
for Syrian journalists who exemplify professional
standards in reporting; This will be the first innovation
of its kind in Syrian history.
Our Faculty: Experts in the Syrian Context The Accuracy Press Institute (API) is powered by a network of elite trainers, each bringing deep, firsthand experience with the Syrian media landscape. We maintain a rigorous professional standard: every API faculty member must possess a minimum of seven years of field experience and have successfully led at least 10 intensive workshops. Areas of Expertise Our faculty comprises a diverse group of specialists covering the full spectrum of modern journalism. We provide training across essential disciplines, including: Core Journalism: Masterclass training in Broadcast, Radio, and comprehensive Social Media strategy. Specialized Reporting: Deep dives into Investigative and Financial journalism. Conflict & Society: Specialized modules on Conflict Reporting, Peacebuilding, Fact-Checking, and the sensitive coverage of Violence and Hate Speech. Human Rights & Ethics: A focus on Media Ethics, Human Rights, Gender-Sensitive reporting, and strategic approaches to Addressing Extremism. Visual Storytelling: Professional standards in Photojournalism and visual documentation. Building a Sustainable Future Beyond these core disciplines, API is committed to the long-term growth of the Syrian media sector. We actively identify and mentor our most exceptional trainees, preparing them to become the next generation of trainers through a dedicated pedagogical track.
We also benefit from our best trainees energy and prepare them as trainers
Over the past nine years, Accuracy Press Institute has delivered professional training programs in Gaziantep, Istanbul, Beirut, Idlib, Aleppo, and Damascus, as well as online. Our programs cover more than fifteen topics, including news writing and editing, investigative journalism, verification and fact-checking, writing for television, digital security, and media ethics. In addition to training over 600 journalists, API has supported more than 30 media outlets by strengthening editorial standards and newsroom systems. Following the fall of the Assad regime, expanded media freedom created new opportunities — and new challenges, including hate speech, disinformation, and polarization. Hundreds of our participants continue to work in local Syrian outlets as well as in international, governmental, and private media organizations, contributing to a more professional and accountable media environment.
API is a non-profit organization dedicated to responding to the needs of Syrian journalists by creating a professional media sector inside Syria.