Helping communities explain economics clearly.

EFI’s workshops help journalists and other members of the community explain economic ideas clearly and confidently, turning complex topics into clear understanding for wider audiences.

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Our community workshop impact.

110

People trained since 2022

8

Countries currently engaged in EFI community workshops

22

New journalists have participated in 2026

Why does helping communities matter?

Community groups play an important role in shaping how the public understands economic issues. Journalists and other community members influence how economic ideas are understood every day.

EFI’s workshops equip participants with practical tools to explain economic ideas clearly and responsibly, helping ensure that economic information is accurate, accessible, and meaningful.

These workshops help people communicate economics more effectively, strengthening public understanding and supporting more informed decisions.

Benefits include:

  • Clearer explanations of complex topics
  • Stronger communication skills for non-specialist audiences
  • Greater confidence in discussing economic issues publicly
  • More accurate and accessible economic information reaching wider audiences

 

This workshop equips journalists to translate complex economic issues into clear, accurate, and impactful stories. We’ve already seen improvements in the depth and quality of reporting, contributing to a more informed public and stronger policymaking accountability.

Visar Vokrri, Program Director, Economic & Financial Journalism Academy, Kosovo

By strengthening how communities communicate economic ideas, EFI helps improve public understanding and supports more informed discussions about the issues that affect everyday life.

 

Help improve economic understanding

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