IFEX is making a difference worldwide
During a period when the terms ‘record-breaking’ and ‘unprecedented’ too often describe negative developments in our world, and when polarization and divisiveness are on the ascent, the IFEX network demonstrated solidarity, support, compassion, and understanding. In 2024 we countered extraordinary efforts to undermine the free expression and information rights we promote and defend, as well as attacks directed at our own abilities to do this work.
2025 – 2029 Strategic Plan
Our strategic plan guides our collective scope, priorities, and approach from 2025 through 2029, while ensuring we respond to the evolving contexts and needs of IFEX members over the period.
IFEX Collaboration Project
By developing action-oriented tools and frameworks, IFEX is helping civil society organisations strengthen collaboration, challenge power imbalances, and build the foundations for more just and inclusive collective work.
Meeting the AI moment
Artificial intelligence is disrupting journalism, boosting efficiency and data analysis while also exacerbating threats and disinformation. The IFEX network is ready for the challenge.
Featured Articles
Global calls grow for release of activist Ahmed Douma after re-arrest in Egypt
IFEX joins civil society groups urging his immediate release, warning the case reflects ongoing judicial harassment and the criminalization of critical writing.
How Middle East journalists report during internet blackouts
Regional authorities are using internet shutdowns during conflict to control information, leaving journalists unable to verify facts or report freely, and raising concerns about censorship and civilian safety.
Nepal: Government directive on advertisement publication undermines principles of free press
The new government is urged to ensure a fair advertising market where all types of media ownership can compete and flourish under a non-discriminatory policy.
Serbian authorities must stop the spiral of violence against journalists
A two-day mission assessed that the past year had seen a continued deterioration, leaving the country in a prolonged and worsening press freedom crisis.
Slovakia: Bill on media regulatory restructuring and public media layoffs a crucial test for EMFA
A bill being reviewed by the parliament aims to significantly restructure Slovakia’s media regulatory body.
Civil society coalition presses UN on digital repression in MENA
Evidence shared at the UN Human Rights Council points to expanding use of surveillance and digital restrictions to curb dissent, with recommendations to improve oversight and protect online civic space.