For this new and final edition of the Médianes Program, ten projects led by passionate teams have been selected to receive eight months of collective support. The goal is to provide them with the time and resources needed to step back and evaluate their project, deepen their knowledge in areas essential to media development, acquire entrepreneurial and management skills, and thus take their growth to the next level.
This support program, grounded in values of social justice and the defense of an inclusive and sustainable society, is aimed at independent media outlets, generalist or specialized, committed to producing quality information with a positive impact on society.
With support from the Ministry of Culture, Médianes continues its mission of accessible support through the Médianes Program, at a cost of €150 per month per participant, drawing on a network of expert practitioners.
A selection of committed and inspiring media
Among the 26 projects received in the call for proposals launched in February, 16 were selected for individual interviews with the Médianes teams. A jury of media experts then convened to review these projects and select the 10 media outlets that will join this edition. The objective: to form a cohesive and complementary cohort, in line with Médianes' values, and to enable participants to mutually benefit from their strengths and experiences to foster collective dynamics of mutual support.
We ensured that the selection reflects great diversity, both in terms of formats and themes and project maturity. From Dijon to Arles, via Lyon, Normandy and Île-de-France, these media — launched a few months or several years ago — take the form of print magazines, websites, podcasts or newsletters. They range from local to international and explore subjects ranging from ecology to social justice, including sport and culture.
The 10 selected media
Ten media outlets are thus joining the fourth cohort of the Médianes Program: A fond!, En un battement d'aile, Fracas, Greenletter Club, L'Arlésienne, Le Cri, Le Poulpe, Spark, The Funambulist, Vent Debout
- Full Speed! — Bimonthly multi-sport magazine for ages 7-12, launched in September 2022, Full Speed! is both educational and fun. It values girls and boys equally and seeks to awaken children to the world around them through the lens of sport.
- In a Heartbeat – Online media launched after the Covid-19 pandemic, In a Heartbeat deciphers ecological issues, highlights concrete initiatives and offers solution-focused journalism rooted in local communities. Reports, interviews, columns and weekly podcasts provide citizens with tools to take action while combating eco-anxiety.
- Fracas – Launched in 2024, Fracas is a print, digital, and audiovisual media outlet dedicated to ecology, its challenges, its struggles, and its schools of thought. It aims to be a tool for those who refuse to accept powerlessness in the face of ecological catastrophe.
- Greenletter Club — YouTube channel and podcast launched in 2020, Greenletter Club explores major ecological and climate issues. The media breaks down the impacts of climate change with rigor and educational approach, giving a voice to scientists, whistleblowers, industrialists and political leaders.
- L'Arlésienne – Local media outlet launched in 2017, L'Arlésienne explores the Arles region by engaging with the issues that matter to it, bringing to light taboos, injustices and points of friction to leave no room for silence or opacity. A quarterly print publication complemented by online newsletters, it strengthens independent voices with a serious yet accessible tone, fostering social connection and offering an alternative to major regional media.
- The Cry — A radical and joyful Christian news outlet, The Cry offers investigations and analyses of Catholic communities and their connections to ecological, social and feminist issues, providing an open and independent editorial alternative. Distribution in newsstands and on social media, with a website and YouTube channel planned for 2026.
- Le Poulpe – A Normandy-based investigative news outlet launched in 2019, Le Poulpe publishes independent investigations into the political, economic, social and environmental landscape of the region. Committed to rigorous, fact-based and uncompromising journalism, it offers subscribers in-depth, thoroughly researched long-form content with a committed but non-partisan approach.
- Spark Stories – Cultural and artistic media launched in 2023, Spark Stories explores unconventional worlds such as drag culture, biohacking, and science fiction. Blending short-form content on Instagram and long-form on YouTube, it celebrates boldness and inspires a creative community by shining a light on those who spark change, forge their own path, and defy conventions.
- The Funambulist – Print and online magazine launched in 2015, The Funambulist explores the politics of bodies and space. The publication also focuses on internationalist solidarities between anticolonial, antiracist, queer, and feminist struggles. It combines architectural thinking with social issues, with bimonthly publications aimed at an engaged audience.
- Vent Debout – A sports media outlet, Vent Debout examines social and environmental issues by bringing together perspectives from athletes, researchers, and sports professionals. A monthly podcast, weekly newsletter, and conferences use a light, sarcastic tone to make debates accessible that traditional media rarely explores.
What next?
For eight months, participants will benefit from both group and individual support. The first two months will be dedicated to practical group sessions: masterclasses, workshops, and exchanges with other industry professionals and media leaders. The following six months will take the form of individual mentoring.
The training modules, led by media experts and professionals, will cover a variety of topics: strategy, marketing, management, design, law, and communication.
We look forward to collaborating with these exciting media outlets… and sharing them with you!
To go further
- Who are the media outlets participating in previous editions of the Médianes Program? Discover the 1st edition, promotion 2 and promotion 3.
- Want to learn more about the Médianes Program, support, or the schedule? Visit the program's website.
- Want to launch and professionalize your media outlet? Our Creating a Media Outlet training, scheduled for December, is now open for early registration!
