Articles by Institute of Mass Information (IMI)
Ukraine: Over 50 journalists injured as riot police clamp down on mass protests
Media workers in Ukraine have been injured by rocks, flash grenades and gas pellets in their attempt to cover mass demonstrations against the reversal of President Viktor Yanukovych’s decision to sign trade agreements with the EU.
Ukrainian journalists and activists face increasing attacks, arrests
Over the last month, at least five reporters in Ukraine have been attacked in apparent connection to their work, while scores of activists have been detained.
Over 150 groups urge President Obama to protect whistleblowers and journalists
Over 150 IFEX members and partners of ARTICLE 19 appealed to US President Obama to drop charges against whistleblower Edward Snowden, update the Whistleblower Protection Act and pass a media shield law.
Concern over Philippines police chief’s treatment of journalist
IFEX members called on Philippines authorities to reprimand a local police chief who arrested a radio broadcaster without a warrant after he talked about police incompetence on the air.
Ukrainian editor stabbed in leg
According to Valentyna Vasylchenko, an unknown woman wounded her right leg with a knife. This is the second violent attack the editor has endured since 2000.
Election results prompt Ukrainian journalist’s hunger strike
Victor Orel went on a five-day hunger strike to protest the falsification of parliamentary election results in Ukraine.
Journalist in Ukraine reports threats against his family
Ukrainian journalist Alexander Lutsenko says threats have been issued against his family because of his journalistic activities.
Culture of corruption permeates newsrooms in Ukraine
According to the Institute of Mass Information (IMI), backroom deals colloquially known in Ukraine as “jeansa”, account for about half the budget of most local media outlets.