# Biggest Challenges As a media organization that doesn't neatly fit into conventional categories, Mensagem has encountered challenges in fostering understanding of its positioning as a non-profit community organization, which affects its ability to attract funding from foundations supporting the non-profit sector. Journalism is often perceived as political and as a for-profit business, complicating Mensagem's efforts to secure support. Moreover, in the current polarized climate of Portugal, there are additional editorial challenges to navigate as a small media organization. Being deeply embedded in the community, Mensagem faces the daily challenge of maintaining a clear distinction between journalism and activism. Carvalho still sees significant potential in having their own café for building a community. However, the current café where they are based is rather tourist-oriented and doesn't allow them to create their own physical space in a way that fosters the sense of community she envisions. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://wiki.beabee.io/community-journalismus/english/pioneer-portraits/mensagem-portugal/biggest-challenges.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.