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Ivana Nikolic is a journalist based in Belgrade, Serbia.
Work experience
• June 2019 – present
Fixer and mentor on the documentary project of the British documentary filmmaker Joseph Shawyer. Responsible for finding interviewees, translations, etc.
• June 2018 – present
Eastern European representative for the promotion of the debut solo album by British musician David Clayton, a keyboard player with the band Simply Red.
www.david-clayton.com
• November 2016 – present
Founder, editor in chief and web developer at Australiana Serba Internet Magazine (a magazine dedicated to Serbian-Australian ties and other related topics). Built and designed own WordPress Website for the magazine.
www.australianaserba.com
• February 2016 – present
Taking part in various projects as a freelance journalist. Writing articles and content for different companies, creating videos, conducting interviews, etc. Created and designed own personal website for this purpose as well.
www.ivananikolich.com/en
2. TV Studio B, Masarikova 5 Belgrade
• September 2003 – February 2016
As an editor, author and host of the popular documentary TV series “Moj Beograd” (“My Belgrade”), conducted over 300 long interviews with renowned Serbian, Italian, Russian, American and other international writers, scientists, actors, musicians, artists, academics, etc.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVMtS2sE_kU&t=38s
• April 2015 – February 2016
Author of a TV project created in cooperation with the Australian Embassy in Serbia. Worked as editor, author, coordinator and cameraman on this project. The result was the miniseries “Moj Beograd i moj Melburn” ("My Belgrade and My Melbourne"). It was sponsored by the Australian Embassy in Serbia, Etihad Airways and Air Serbia. Most of the episodes are on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6xn414-bGD1SOXlac9g5sQ
- TV reporter on the morning program “Beograde dobro jutro” ("Good Morning Belgrade") and the news
Co-hosted live morning program
Portfolio
Serbia Convicts Yugoslav Army Soldiers of Kosovo Village Massacres
Seven former members of the 177th Yugoslav Army Unit were convicted by the Belgrade Higher Court for war crimes committed during the Kosovo war in 1999, receiving various prison sentences. The unit's commander, Toplica Miladinovic, was sentenced to 20 years for ordering the crimes. The retrial, which began in 2010, faced numerous delays and was marked by the challenge of securing witness testimonies. Two defendants were acquitted, and the verdict can be appealed within 30 days.
China in the Balkans: Controversy and Cost
The article examines China's growing influence in the Balkans, particularly in Serbia, Montenegro, and Greece, highlighting concerns over environmental damage, human rights violations, and economic dependency. Chinese investments in heavy industrial projects, infrastructure, and technology are scrutinized for their lack of transparency and sustainability. The article also discusses the geopolitical implications of China's presence in the region, including its impact on local governance and EU integration efforts.
Serbian Commissioner Backs BIRN in Info Requests on War Crimes Fugitive
Serbia's information commissioner has mandated the interior ministry to provide the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network (BIRN) with information on war crimes fugitive Rajko Kozlina, who was sentenced to 15 years in prison but remains at large. The ministry had previously denied BIRN's requests, citing privacy concerns, but the commissioner ruled that public interest outweighs Kozlina's privacy. Kozlina, a former soldier, was convicted for his role in the deaths of 15 civilians in Kosovo in 1999. The ministry has five days to comply with the commissioner's decision.
Governments Continue to Undermine Right to Information Under Cover of COVID-19
Governments in the Balkans and Central Europe have been undermining the right to information under the guise of COVID-19 measures, with significant drops in responses to freedom of information requests. BIRN's data reveals a decline in transparency, with only 33.6% of FOI requests answered in 2020. Despite commitments to the Open Government Partnership, countries like Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Serbia struggle to meet transparency standards. Authorities in several countries extended FOI response times, raising concerns about press freedom. Proposed legislation in Poland and Romania could further restrict access to public information, drawing criticism from pro-transparency NGOs and experts.
North Macedonia: Facebook Pages Target Users with ‘Identical Content’
The Atlantic Council’s Digital Forensic Research Lab (DFRLab) identified coordinated disinformation efforts by Facebook pages linked to Macedonian news outlets, amplifying identical content to influence political opinions. These networks, some connected to Adinamic Media and Hungary's Magyar Televizio, have contributed to political polarization in North Macedonia ahead of elections. The networks support the opposition VMRO-DPMNE party and promote pro-Russian content. The findings raise concerns about the integrity of North Macedonia's electoral process.
Tech Giants Urged to Preserve Blocked Content About Virus
A coalition of 75 signatories, including the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network, has urged social media and content-sharing platforms to preserve and make public all data blocked or removed during the COVID-19 pandemic. The letter emphasizes the importance of this data for researchers, journalists, and public health officials, and calls for transparency reports and access to this information while ensuring privacy safeguards. The letter is addressed to major tech companies like Facebook, Twitter, and Google, among others, highlighting the need to study the impact of automated content moderation on health outcomes.
Central and Eastern Europe Freedom of Information Rights ‘Postponed’
Media regulations in Central and Eastern Europe have tightened under states of emergency due to COVID-19, with journalists facing arrests and restrictions on freedom of information (FOI) requests. Countries like Moldova, Serbia, and Romania have extended deadlines for FOI responses, raising concerns from rights organizations about government transparency. The Council of Europe and other rights groups have criticized these measures, emphasizing the need for timely public information. In Montenegro, the government’s decision to continue public consultations on legislative amendments amid the pandemic has sparked debate, with calls for postponement until full participation is possible.
Social Media a Help and Hindrance in Balkan Coronavirus Fight
The article discusses the dual role of social media in the Balkans during the coronavirus outbreak, highlighting both its utility in disseminating information and its potential to spread misinformation. It details specific incidents in Serbia and Croatia where false claims circulated on WhatsApp, causing public panic. Governments in the region are actively combating misinformation and providing accurate updates through official channels. Expert opinions, such as those from Croatian scientist Igor Rudan, emphasize that the public's panic is disproportionate to the actual threat posed by the virus. The article also provides an overview of the current state of the outbreak in the Balkans and measures taken by various governments to address it.
Live reporting
„Moj Beograd i moj Melburn“ (My Belgrade And My Melbourne) is a special edition of documentary TV series „Moj Beograd“. It is the project created by Ivana Nikolić and brought to life thanks to sponsorship of honour by Embassy of Australia in Serbia and shonsorhips by Air Serbia and Etihad Airways. This miniseries consists of 9 epizodes and it is screened in Melbourne, Sydney, Elaine and Belgrade. Ivana’s interviewees for this miniseries were H.E. ambassador of Australia in Serbia Juila Feeney, professor at RMIT University PhD Aleksandra Acker, renowned New Zealand-Australian harpsichordist PhD Donald Nicolson and few other respected members of Serbian diaspora in Australia and Australians who love Serbia and it’s culture, perform Serbian music, learn Serbian language, etc.
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