April 2026

Today marked the conclusion of the first national conference titled:
“Applications of Modern Research Methodologies in the Study of Media and Communication Phenomena in the Digital Environment: Between the Limits of Adaptation and the Challenges of Innovation,”
held at the National Higher School of Journalism and Information Sciences—Imhamed Yaziz.

This conference was organized by the Research Laboratory in Media, Social Uses, and Communication. It brought together professors and researchers who delivered rich academic presentations and engaged in in-depth discussions on the application of modern research methodologies in studying media phenomena in the digital age.

The school was honored to receive a kind invitation from Algerian Radio, its long-standing partner, to take part in the commemoration of the national anniversary of the events of October 17, 1961.

On this significant historical day, a group of the school’s students participated in the activities organized by the radio on this timeless occasion, where they had a valuable opportunity to engage with professional journalism through direct interaction with journalists from national radio channels and to contribute to the media coverage of the event.

The commemoration was further distinguished by the presence of veterans of the liberation war, historians, writers, and journalists, in addition to representatives of various national institutions, giving the event a profound national and historical dimension that reinforces the values of memory and loyalty to the sacrifices of the martyrs.

In conclusion, the school administration extends its sincere gratitude and appreciation to Algerian Radio for this valuable initiative and for its continuous commitment to strengthening cooperation between the two institutions in order to train young journalists who carry both a national and professional mission.

On October 14, 2025, the third training cycle in entrepreneurship and business creation was concluded at the National Higher School of Journalism and Information Sciences—Imhamed Yaziz.

As part of the closing activities, the center hosted:

• Mr. Azoug Brahim, Regional Director of the National Fund for Agricultural Cooperation
• Mr. Rabeh Mekircha, Central Director of the National Fund for Agricultural Cooperation
• Trainers from the NESDA Agency

This invitation aimed to involve trainees in the economic environment and benefit from the institution’s expertise, especially since the National Fund for Agricultural Cooperation is undertaking its first experience in involving new entrepreneurs and founders of emerging economic enterpris

As part of scientific research activities and academic reflection, the Research Laboratory in Media, Communication, and Social Uses organized a rich study day titled:
“When the Metaverse Redefines Journalism: Interactivity and New Audience Dynamics.”

This distinguished event was delivered by Doria Tounsi and Feryal Tounsi, founders of Shedio Design Solutions. The session analyzed the emerging applications of the metaverse in journalistic practice and its potential to reshape the relationship between journalists and audiences through virtual reality technologies and artificial intelligence.

This meeting once again highlights the school’s commitment to keeping pace with major digital transformations and exploring new horizons for creativity and innovation in the field of media.

The National Higher School of Journalism and Information Sciences—M’hamed Yazid—organized a distinguished training workshop for its students, delivered by sports journalist Samir Douidi, focusing on techniques for writing sports reports and methods of media coverage of sporting events.

The workshop provided a valuable opportunity for students to acquire new field skills and strengthen their practical knowledge in sports journalism, through the expertise and supervision of Mr. Samir Douidi, who delivered rich content and a highly practical learning experience.

The school administration extends its sincere thanks and appreciation to journalist Samir Douidi for this valuable supervision and his initiative aimed at supporting the training of the school’s students.

On the occasion of National Press Day, observed on October 22, the National Higher School of Journalism and Information Sciences—M’hamed Yazid—organized a special activity consisting of recording dedicated sessions within the school’s studios.

A group of distinguished professors from the school participated in these sessions, delivering rich interventions on the evolution of journalistic practice in Algeria, as well as the role of journalism in promoting societal awareness and strengthening freedom of expression.

This initiative served as an opportunity to reaffirm the noble values of the profession and to remind our students of its higher mission.

Happy National Press Day to Algerian journalism.

Also within the framework of commemorating National Press Day, the National Higher School of Journalism and Information Sciences—M’hamed Yazid—hosted Professor Abdel Salam Ben Zawi and Professor Ismaïl Oulbsir, who recorded a special radio program addressing the theme of media in times of geopolitical transformations.

This initiative is part of a series of activities organized by the school on this important national occasion, aiming to enrich academic debate on the ongoing transformations in the media landscape and the role of journalism in understanding contemporary geopolitical balances.