Termez hosts training for journalists on covering court proceedings

The cluster training was titled "Justice and Media Coverage of Legal Issues." According to UzDaily, it was held on October 19–20, 2026. Participants discussed how to write about the judicial system objectively and responsibly, access information, respect the presumption of innocence, and avoid damaging the reputations of the parties to the trial.

Media freedom researcher Olena Cherniavska and Lithuanian Media Ethics Ombudsman Dainius Radzevicius served as experts. They spoke about international best practices and provided practical recommendations for preparing materials on legal topics. Separately, as UzDaily writes, they addressed legal restrictions, the risks of defamation charges, and the importance of separating established facts from parties' stances and assumptions in stories covering criminal cases.

Most of the sessions were practical: participants analyzed real cases, learned to work with reliable sources, verify facts, and explain legal terms in plain language. Interaction between journalists and court press services was also discussed. The training concluded with a final practical session, after which participants were awarded certificates.