Articles by International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)
Data-driven futures: censorship takes new forms
IFLA’s recently released report addresses issues such as censorship, surveillance, media concentration and big data, and their effects on freedom of speech and democracy.
IFEX-TMG alarmed by recent attacks on artistic expression
IFEX-TMG alarmed by the recent attacks on freedom of expression, in particular against artistic expression, in the name of religion, including seizure of paintings.
IFEX-TMG calls for seven-year sentences to be overturned
Ahead of a court of appeal hearing on 28 May, IFEX-TMG urges judiciary to quash the seven-year prison terms handed down to Ghazi Ben Mohamed Beji and Jaber Ben Abdallah Majri for online publishing.
New FAIFE Spotlight released on libraries and freedom of information
The article examines progress towards reorienting libraries towards effective participation in the freedom of information process.
IFEX-TMG alarmed by ongoing attacks targeting demonstrators, media, performers and academics
The IFEX-TMG is alarmed at attacks and prison sentences based on religious morality charges, as well as the use of force by police on demonstrators.
IFEX-TMG concerned by series of setbacks, calls on authorities to consolidate free expression in the country
The IFEX-TMG calls on the government to immediately pass the application decrees regarding the establishment of the HAICA – a regulatory body consisting of experts and representatives of all stakeholders to protect media against all forms of corruption and abuse.
IFEX-TMG calls for recent public media appointments to be revoked and for journalists’ protection
On the anniversary of the revolution, IFEX-TMG urges the Tunisian government to revoke controversial appointments giving media personnel close to the deposed President key posts in the public service media, and further calls for an end to attacks on journalists.
IFEX-TMG concerned by attacks on journalists and academics
IFEX-TMG calls on authorities to do more to stop attacks on freedom of expression.