2025 IPI World Congress and Media Innovation Festival

2025 IPI World Congress and Media Innovation Festival

Join us October 23-25, 2025 for this global gathering of the world’s leading journalists, editors, and media innovators.

By International Press Institute

Location

Orangery

47 Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 1130 Wien Austria

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

About this event

    The 2025 IPI World Congress and Media Innovation Festival will bring together the world’s leading journalists, editors, and media thinkers to confront the challenges facing journalism today and chart a path forward to safeguard free media for future generations.

    Under the theme “Defending the Future of Free Media”, this year’s World Congress also marks IPI’s milestone 75th anniversary – a chance to reflect on 75 years of defending press freedom, strengthen the resilience and solidarity we need now, and collaborate on a vision for the future of public-interest journalism.

    Frequently asked questions

    Who can attend the Congress?

    The event is open to those working in independent media outlets or as freelancers as well as to press freedom advocates; journalist students; media freedom supporters; and anyone committed to the future of free and independent journalism. For security reasons, all registrations will be reviewed and

    What does my registration cover?

    Your ticket grants access to all World Congress and Media Innovation Festival sessions and workshops (unless otherwise noted), the opening evening welcome reception, the IPI-IMS Press Freedom Awards ceremony and reception, networking events and coffee breaks, and lunch on October 24 and October 25.

    Are there discounted rates available?

    Yes, we offer early bird discounts until May 15, 2025, discounted rates for IPI members, student discounts (proof of student status required), and reduced rates for those facing financial barriers. For details, contact congress[at]ipi[dot]media.

    Recording notice

    Some sessions may be photographed, video/audio-recorded, screen captured, and/or live-streamed. Images of attendees, speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors may be captured via these formats. Recordings may be reproduced, distributed, or used in any way.

    What is the event code of conduct?

    The International Press Institute is committed to providing a respectful, safe, and inclusive environment for all participants at the IPI World Congress. Discrimination, sexual harassment, or other inappropriate conduct will be grounds for expulsion from the Congress.

    Who do I contact for more information?

    For general inquiries, please write to the Congress team at congress[at]ipi[dot]media.

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    International Press Institute

    The International Press Institute is a global network of editors, media executives and leading journalists. We are dedicated to the furtherance and safeguarding of press freedom, the protection of freedom of opinion and expression, the promotion of the free flow of news and information, and the improvement of the practices of journalism.

    €150 – €225