# RIAS Berlin Commission > The RIAS Berlin Commission - founded 1992 in recognition of the merits of RIAS Berlin (Radio in the American Sector) as a “free voice of the free world” from 1946 to 1993 ## Posts - [What 12 American Journalists took away from their RIAS Fellowship in Germany](https://riasberlin.org/what-12-american-journalists-took-away-from-their-rias-fellowship-in-germany/): From Münich to Dresden, Erfurt, Berlin, Cologne and Brussels, twelve American journalists explored Germany's media landscape, history and democratic institutions. These reflections highlight the lasting impact of the 2026 RIAS fellowship. - [Insights from 19 American Journalists on their RIAS Alumni Program in Germany](https://riasberlin.org/insights-from-19-american-journalists-on-their-rias-alumni-program-in-germany/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [RIAS Media Awards 2026](https://riasberlin.org/rias-media-awards-2026/): The award ceremony took place on May 07 at Berlin’s iconic Red City Hall. 300 guests, among them many RIAS alumni and other journalists, as well as representatives from politics and civil society followed the invitation and honored the award recipients from America and Germany for their outstanding contributions to transatlantic journalism. - [Winners of the 2026 RIAS Media Awards](https://riasberlin.org/winners-of-the-2026-rias-media-awards/): On May 7, 2026, the RIAS Berlin Commission will present the RIAS Media Awards at Berlin’s City Hall Rotes Rathaus to journalists from Germany and the United States who have addressed topics of transatlantic relevance in a particularly compelling manner in their articles and reports. - [Testimonials of 12 German journalists about their two-week RIAS fellowship in the USA](https://riasberlin.org/testimonials-of-twelve-german-journalists-about-their-two-week-rias-fellowship-in-the-usa/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [RIAS 80th Anniversary in special Podcast](https://riasberlin.org/rias-80th-anniversary-in-special-podcast/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [Twelve German journalists talk about their experiences and insights gained during their two-week RIAS fellowship in the USA](https://riasberlin.org/twelve-german-journalists-talk-about-their-experiences-and-insights-gained-during-their-two-week-rias-fellowship-in-the-usa/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [US Journalists reflect on their RIAS Berlin Fellowship in Germany](https://riasberlin.org/us-journalists-reflect-on-their-rias-berlin-fellowship-in-germany/): Eleven US journalists recount their transformative RIAS Berlin Commission fellowship in Germany. From NATO and European Commission briefings to newsroom visits in Berlin, Cologne, and Leipzig, they share powerful insights on journalism, democracy, and transatlantic relations. - [Insights from 11 American Journalists on Their RIAS Berlin Fellowship](https://riasberlin.org/insights-from-11-american-journalists-on-their-rias-berlin-fellowship/): Eleven American journalists recount their transformative RIAS Berlin Commission fellowship in Germany. From NATO and European Commission briefings to newsroom visits in Berlin, Cologne, and Leipzig, they share powerful insights on journalism, democracy, and transatlantic relations. - [American Journalism Students Share Insights from 3-Week Fellowship in Germany (Berlin, Dresden, Hamburg & More)](https://riasberlin.org/impressions-of-american-journalism-students-after-their-3-week-fellowship-to-germany/): Discover the experiences of 11 American journalism students during a 3-week RIAS Berlin Commission fellowship across Germany. From Berlin to Hamburg, they share unique insights into journalism training, cultural exchange, and building connections with their German peers. - [Impressions from RIAS Media Awards 2025](https://riasberlin.org/impressions-from-rias-media-awards-2025/): Highlights from the 2025 RIAS Media Awards in Berlin’s French Church at Gendarmenmarkt. Laureates Laura Nix, Christine Rütten, Cooper Seamer, Halle Parker, Melissa Körner, Rieke Smit and Emma Miesler were honored for their outstanding journalism. Listen to the first RIAS Fireside Talk podcast featuring the award winners - [German Journalism Students Reflect on Their 3-Week RIAS ERP Fellowship in the USA](https://riasberlin.org/german-journalism-students-reflect-on-their-3-week-rias-erp-fellowship-in-the-usa/): Twelve German journalism students share their insights from a three-week RIAS ERP fellowship in the USA, with experiences ranging from Washington D.C. to Oklahoma, Nebraska, Arizona, and Indiana, exploring U.S. politics, media, and culture during a historic time. - [German journalists reflect on their RIAS Berlin Commission fellowship in the USA prior to the presidential elections](https://riasberlin.org/german-journalists-reflect-on-their-rias-berlin-commission-fellowship-in-the-usa-prior-to-the-presidential-elections/): Discover the experiences of 11 German journalists in the USA at a particularly exciting and crucial time – only a few weeks before the presidential election - [American journalists reflect on a memorable RIAS Berlin Commission fellowship in Germany](https://riasberlin.org/american-journalists-reflect-on-a-memorable-rias-berlin-commission-fellowship-in-germany/): This group of American journalists had the rare opportunity to participate in the ceremony of the RIAS Media Awards, to witness Yulia Navalnaya receiving the DWFreedom of Speach. Award and to personally meet Margot Friedländer. - [RIAS Alumni reflect on week spent in Los Angeles](https://riasberlin.org/rias-alumni-reflect-on-week-spent-in-los-angeles/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [German Journalists Share Insights from Their 3-Week RIAS Fellowship in the USA](https://riasberlin.org/german-journalists-report-on-their-usa-rias-experiences/): Thirteen German journalists reflect on their three-week RIAS Berlin Commission Fellowship in the USA, with experiences in Washington, New York, and station weeks across Texas, Missouri, Illinois, and Georgia, exploring American politics, media, and culture firsthand. ## Pages - [Home](https://riasberlin.org/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [Cookie Policy (EU)](https://riasberlin.org/cookie-policy-eu/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [Accessibility Statment](https://riasberlin.org/accessibility-statment/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [Privacy Statement](https://riasberlin.org/privacy-statement/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [Contact](https://riasberlin.org/contact/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [News and Events](https://riasberlin.org/news-and-events/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [Alumni archive](https://riasberlin.org/alumni-archive/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [History](https://riasberlin.org/history/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [Awards](https://riasberlin.org/awards/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [Apply for Programs](https://riasberlin.org/apply-for-programs/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [Programs](https://riasberlin.org/programs/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [About us](https://riasberlin.org/about-us/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [Data Privacy](https://riasberlin.org/data-privacy/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] - [Imprint](https://riasberlin.org/impressum/): Danae Bucci, WCVB, Boston, Massachusetts I can say without a doubt that participating in the RIAS Berlin Commission summer fellowship has changed my life and my outlook on my career. There is very little time to sit back and reflect as a journalist; this program allowed me to not only do that, but to learn more about Germany and Belgium and the vital importance of healthy transatlantic ties. Getting to meet and learn from global industry leaders gave us real insight into how history has shaped current geopolitics. We also saw how German news organizations are navigating the evolving media landscape […] ## Optional - [Agent (MCP protocol)](websites-agents.hostinger.com/riasberlin.org/mcp) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)