Articles by Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ)
Malaysia: CIJ urges the new government to uphold freedom of expression
A new report by the Centre for Independent Journalism highlighted that the media continued to experience restrictions and came under attack numerous times in 2022. It urged the new government led by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to commit to upholding the people’s fundamental and constitutional right to information, freedom of expression, speech, association and assembly.
Race-based narratives amplified in run up to Malaysia’s general election
Race and religion-based narratives, and hate speech promoting negative stereotypes around sexual orientation and gender have been documented during the election campaign period in Malaysia.
Malaysia: Civil society groups demand accountability for incitement to violence
A Malaysian actor is accused of instigating sentiments of violence and genocide towards non-Muslims.
Malaysia: Let’s celebrate International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) 2022 together!
The Centre for Independent Journalism highlights various initiatives in promoting the public right to information in Malaysia.
Malaysia: Government continues to fall short on its human rights protections
The Malaysian government is urged to reverse its systematic abuses and restrictive policies to be a credible and effective champion of human rights at the Human Rights Council.
Malaysia: Media groups condemn the ongoing crusade to silence whistleblowers and journalists
The Centre for Independent Journalism and Gerakan Media Merdeka said that the State “has not only failed in addressing the alleged corruption, but it also failed in providing adequate protection to an investigative journalist who was playing the role of a whistleblower.”
Malaysia tried to censor tweets criticizing the government’s flood response
The Centre for Independent Journalism said that it is appalled that the Ministry of Communications and Multimedia is being used as a shield to protect government failures.
Malaysian government urged to honour and uphold human rights obligations
The Centre for Independent Journalism has identified several reforms that the Malaysian government can implement to uphold the country’s commitment to promote and protect human rights.