Every day, citizens, journalists, artists and activists are harassed, tortured and killed for expressing themselves.

In the majority of these cases, no one is punished. We’re working to change this.

The shocking facts about the problem of impunity:

journalists and media workers have been killed since 2006.

9 out of 10 cases go unpunished and see perpetrators walk free.

organisations that make up the IFEX network are committed to ending impunity.

Action Plan or Inaction Plan? The fate of the world’s journalists – and our democracies – hangs in the balance

On the 2022 International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, and the 10th anniversary of the UN Plan of Action on the Safety of Journalists, IFEX’s Executive Director underscores the need for States to start living up to their commitments.

Recent Articles on Impunity

‘Powerful enemies’: Did a prosecutor order the murder of Haitian journalist Garry Tesse?

The investigation into the death of radio journalist Garry Tesse has languished, leading his family and friends to accuse the government of a cover-up to protect the man who is in charge of prosecuting the crime.

Tax amnesty for Senegal’s media

President Macky Sall’s decision to cancel the tax debts of media outlets is aimed at easing political tensions in the country.

MFC member states urged to take meaningful action for journalist safety in Gaza

IFEX joins rights groups calling on the Media Freedom Coalition to protect Gaza’s journalists, ensure access to information, and investigate killings.

Joint Statements

Serbia: Increase in threats and attacks on journalists in Novi Sad

The escalation of threats and violence suffered by journalists in Novi Sad has reached an unprecedented level in the past fortnight, with no fewer than seven journalists being targeted.

Joint Statements

MADA welcomes the UN Special Rapporteurs’ address to Israel regarding the targeting of Palestinian journalists

In response to CSO calls, the Special Rapporteurs urged an independent probe into Israel’s targeting of Palestinian media.

“Voices Claiming Justice” initiative commemorates dozens of journalists murdered in Latin America

“[While] press freedom faces growing challenges in the region, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to the defense of freedom of expression and the right of society to be informed” – IAPA