Campaigns and Advocacy
Find information on IFEX members' campaigning initiatives, including a spotlight on a creative campaign and opportunities to take action on issues of global urgency. To access the full library of campaigning tools and resources browse the top right-hand menu.
Campaigns and Advocacy Spotlight
25 April 2012
International
World Press Freedom Day: The ultimate FAQ
IFEX's guide to 3 May, World Press Freedom Day, one of the most important days for honouring free expression.
IFEX Member Campaigns
1 May 2012
Joint action - Ethiopia
Thirty-two IFEX members urge authorities to release journalist Eskinder Nega
On 1 May, jailed journalist Eskinder Nega, facing the death penalty, receives in absentia the 2012 PEN/Barbara Goldsmith Freedom to Write Award. Thirty-two IFEX members are calling for his release, and an end to the use of national security legislation against all writers and journalists.
10 May 2012
Africa
ARTICLE 19's oral statement to the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights
ARTICLE 19 welcomes the inclusion by the Special Rapporteur in her agenda of future activities of the celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Declaration of Principles on Freedom of Expression in Africa.
10 May 2012
International
Panel discusses effective mechanisms to ensure safety of journalists worldwide
Panelists stressed that cooperation with local media, as well as publicity and advocacy efforts are key means to end attacks against journalists.
9 May 2012
Egypt
ARTICLE 19 outlines how to protect free expression and information in new constitution
The new Constitution is on the verge of being drafted and ARTICLE 19 has produced a comprehensive policy brief outlining how the new Constitution should protect the right to freedom of expression and freedom of information In order to support the forthcoming work of the drafters.See all IFEX member campaigns
Tools and Resources
Campaigning through Facebook
Facebook recently announced that there are over half a billion users on the site – a large community by any means, and a great place for communication and debate. Over half of all users log into their accounts every day, giving any organisation an excellent reason to occupy Facebook real estate. By creating a Facebook Page, organisations can raise their profile and their information has the potential to be accessed by millions of users, without much effort.
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Take Action!
Demand the release of journalist Eskinder Nega
Join in the call for the release of Ethiopian journalist and blogger Eskinder Nega who could face the death penalty if convicted. Sign the petition
1 May 2012
Join our call to save human rights defender Abdulhadi Al-Khawaja
Abdulhadi Al-Khawaja, renowned human rights advocate and past president of IFEX member BCHR has been on hunger strike in prison since 8 February to protest a life sentence for peacefully expressing his right to freedom of expression. He pledged to continue his protest until “freedom or death.” His life is now in serious danger and there may be irreparable damage to his health. Join the call to save Abdulhadi Al-Khawaja.
4 April 2012
Act now to help release Tibetan filmmaker Dhondup Wangchen
Tibetan filmmaker Dhondup Wangchen was arrested in March 2008 and charged with "inciting separatism," but he was committing no crime, merely documenting the views of ordinary Tibetans in the lead up to the 2008 Beijing Olympics. He has been tortured whilst in detention, is in poor health and has been denied medical treatment. Join the filmmaker's wife, Lhamo Tso, in calling for his release. Sign the petition here.
19 March 2012
Action on Belarus! Watch video of conference in Norway on 22 March If you missed the conference Action on Belarus in Norway, you can watch clips from the event on 22 March online here. The conference is part of a broader campaign strategy on Belarus.
18 March 2012
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