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
RSF and allies sue Brazilian state over illegal surveillance of the press under Bolsonaro
The initiative seeks legal recognition of the state’s responsibility for serious violations of press freedom and is an important step towards preventing intelligence structures from being used to intimidate media professionals.
Media and democracy in the Western Balkans and Turkey: Between concerns and cautious hope
The study showed that while the media sector is regarded as a cornerstone of democracy, many perceive media outlets to be captured by political and commercial interests.
Americans deserve answers about civilian casualties in Iran
Americans are entitled to clear answers about who and what is being targeted, what its military is doing to protect Iranian civilians and how possible violations of the laws of war are being investigated.
India: Initial statement on the draft Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Second Amendment Rules, 2026
The proposed changes could undermine the right to privacy of users, increase opacity in platform governance, and create a chilling effect on free expression.
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.
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.