The MILD project (More Correct Information, Less Discrimination) has published four national research reports from Italy, Greece, Malta and Spain, highlighting persistent stereotypes, unequal access to journalism, and the ongoing invisibility of migrant voices in European media. The research is based on interviews with 68 professionals from journalism, civil society, academia and the communication sector.
In Greece, the MILD national report shows that migrants and people with a migrant background rarely appear as active speakers in the media and are predominantly framed through narratives of “crisis”, criminality and security threats. Almost all participants identified serious barriers to accessing the journalism profession, including language requirements, informal recruitment networks and discriminatory attitudes within media organisations. At the same time, racism is seldom addressed as a structural issue, but rather as isolated incidents.
Alongside these challenges, the report documents emerging good practices, such as migrant-led and community media, collaborations between NGOs and journalists, and training initiatives that promote ethical journalism and increase the visibility of migrant perspectives. These findings will inform the forthcoming European MILD report, to be published in early 2026, and underline the need for more inclusive, evidence-based and fair media coverage of migration across Europe.