Konektor 2025: Journalism as a democratic safeguard in Ukraine
Leading a newsroom in the middle of war is a challenging task. Daryna Shevchenko, co-founder of the Kyiv Independent, has experienced this firsthand.
Shevchenko notes the importance of journalism for civil society and democracy. The Kyiv Independent, an English language outlet, has become a go-to publication on all things Ukraine, with almost 80 journalists.
There was a sense of denial in 2022.
Despite many obstacles, the publication has forged a formidable path, standing on its own two feet.
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Author's summary: Journalism plays a crucial role in Ukraine's democracy.