Ms. Nazima Raghubir President, Guyana Press Association REMARKS
The Guyana Press Association (GPA) is pleased to be associated with and provide support for this important activity being executed by the Media Institute of the Caribbean (MIC) and hosted by the University of Guyana. The central theme of this year’s Caribbean Media Summit—“Evolving Media Business Models in Turbulent Times”—is both timely and critical. Across the region and the globe, the media industry faces unprecedented shifts brought on by rapid technological advancement, economic pressures, and changing audience behaviours. These factors have significantly impacted how journalism is practised and how media houses sustain their operations. The GPA believes that addressing these realities requires a concerted, collaborative, and forward-looking approach. As an organisation concerned about the practice of and maintenance of high professional standards in the Guyana media, the GPA recognises the challenge of changed and changing
technological and other circumstances on the very survival of independent media.
With traditional revenue streams in decline, and new digital platforms constantly reshaping the landscape, media practitioners and institutions must innovate while maintaining their ethical compass and journalistic integrity. This Summit presents a valuable opportunity for dialogue, knowledge sharing, and the development of viable strategies to ensure the resilience of media in the Caribbean. It brings together stakeholders from diverse backgrounds - journalists, academics, media owners, and policymakers - to engage on solutions that are regionally relevant and globally informed. The GPA remains committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen journalism, encourage innovation, and safeguard press freedom. We are especially proud that this important conversation is taking place in Guyana, providing a space for local and regional voices to contribute meaningfully to the future of Caribbean media. We look forward to the outcomes of this Summit and stand ready to work with our partners to ensure that media in our region not only survives but thrives in these turbulent times.
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