Transitions

Transitions TOL is a Prague-based international media organisation founded in 1999, created at a time when Central and Eastern Europe was undergoing profound political and social transformation. Its mission has always been outward-looking: to support independent journalism and explain the region’s developments to global audiences. Rather than operating as a conventional newsroom, Transitions TOL functions as a hybrid platform: part publisher, part training and support organisation. It produces original reporting and analysis on politics, democracy, media freedom, and social change, while also working closely with journalists across Europe, Eurasia, and the Middle East to strengthen independent media ecosystems. A significant part of its work lies in cross-border collaboration, capacity building, and knowledge exchange. Through partnerships, fellowships, and editorial support, Transitions TOL helps local journalists bring regional stories to international readers, often in contexts where press freedom is under pressure. The organisation is non-profit and donor-funded, relying on grants from foundations and public institutions rather than advertising or commercial revenue. This structure allows it to focus on long-term impact - both through its journalism and its support for independent media worldwide.