Articles by Palestinian Center for Development and Media Freedoms (MADA)
Twenty-four IFEX members express concern about proposed law that threatens media freedom
In an open letter to the president of the legislative assembly, 24 IFEX members express concern over two articles in the proposed Law against Racism and All Forms of Discrimination.
MADA releases access to information study
To mark International Day of Access to Information, MADA issued a new study entitled, “The reality of access to information in Palestine”.
Thirty-three IFEX members condemn excessive prison sentence handed down to blogger Hossein Derakhshan
IFEX members condemned the 19-and-a-half-year prison sentence given to the Canadian-Iranian blogger and called for his immediate release.
MADA calls for solidarity with journalists after two are attacked and threatened
“The doctors say I have two broken ribs and bruises all over my body,” said AP photographer Nasser Shyoukhi.
Israeli security forces injure two journalists, briefly detain four others
Correspondents Diala Jwehan and Nader Baybres were struck by tear gas canisters while covering clashes between Israeli forces and Palestinian youths.
Journalist’s home raided in Khanyounis
Journalist Nufouth Al-Bakri discovered that most of her media tools were stolen, while more valuable items had been left behind.
Palestinian media in the Gaza Strip continue to carry out their work despite restrictions, MADA study concludes
The study was entitled, “The impact of the Israeli siege on media outlets in the Gaza Strip”.
Thirty-one IFEX members and global partners demand retraction of proposed amendment to Press and Journalists Act
The proposed amendment would restrict freedom of expression and impede the ability of journalists and media outlets to fulfill their important roles.