Articles by ARTICLE 19
Tunisia’s draft Constitution needs improving to further protect freedom of expression
In view of the forthcoming debate on the new draft constitution, ARTICLE 19 has developed this legal analysis aimed at supporting and encouraging discussions especially around the new constitutional provisions related to the protection of freedom of expression and freedom of information.
Russian Duma should reject draft law on insult of religious beliefs, group says
ARTICLE 19 beliefs a new draft law introduces a prohibition of defamation of religions into the Russian law and may considerably restrict scientific, political and artistic discourse on religious issues.
Indonesia urged to reopen investigation into 1996 murder of journalist
In a joint letter, the Government of Indonesia is urged to reopen investigations into the 1996 murder of investigative journalist Udin and to identify and prosecute his killers before the statute of limitations on his murder runs out in August 2014.
Mexican authorities must investigate murder of journalists’ sons
David and Alejandro Páramo González, the sons of two journalists in Chihuahua, were killed on the morning of 4 May 2013. ARTICLE 19 calls on authorities to carry out an impartial investigation, incorporating a line of enquiry connected to the journalistic work of the brothers’ parents.
The Right to Blog: why we need to protect bloggers as well as traditional media
On World Press Freedom Day, ARTICLE 19 unveiled a new policy paper that calls for lawmakers to better promote and protect the rights of bloggers domestically and internationally.
Call for better protection of free expression during digital switchover
A joint declaration by the four special rapporteurs makes a series of recommendations to states addressing the digital transition process.
Somali government recommits to protection of journalists
Among the measures announced during today’s World Press Freedom Day celebrations include the speeding up of thorough investigations into the killing of journalists and better collaboration between security agencies and media workers in Somalia.
Moroccan academic targeted for comments about religious texts
The safety of the Moroccan academic and human rights activist Ahmed Assid is at risk following calls for his murder for defaming the prophet Mohamed.