2025 IPI World Congress and Media Innovation Festival

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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