ARTICLE 19

A statement by 31 UN special rapporteurs, experts and working groups, sets out principles of international law relating to freedom of expression and information, freedom of association, peaceful assembly and public participation as they relate to development.

A new reported launched by ARTICLE 19 shows that there were at least 45 serious crimes against free expression in Brazil. “This is not only extremely concerning but is today unacceptable in a democratic country like Brazil,” said Paula Martins, Director of ARTICLE 19 South America

ARTICLE 19 and its partners are concerned about attempts to undermine the independence of HAICA and interrupt the regulatory process, particularly from various parties involved in the audio-visual sector. HAICA should play a crucial role in ensuring a transparent and neutral coverage of the next electoral process.

Immediate reactions to the NETmundial ‘outcome document’ have been mixed. Many in civil society lamented the lack of strong commitment from the global community on net neutrality, the protection of privacy against mass surveillance and intermediary liability.

Six bloggers and three freelance journalists were arrested in Ethiopia and charged with working with foreign organisations that claim to be human rights activists and receiving finance to incite public violence through social media.

IFEX marks Earth Day by honouring those who speak out in defense of the environment, putting their jobs, safety, freedom and sometimes even their lives at risk.

Making a statement during International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO-T).

On 3 April 2014, Patrick Mutahi flew to Addis Ababa, where he was due to deliver a security and safety training for journalists and media workers. Upon landing, he was detained by immigration officials, who confiscated his passport and mobile telephone and told him that he would not be permitted to enter the country.