IFEX Newsletter

EFF advocates for the “My Body, My Data” Act aiming to protect the privacy and safety of people seeking reproductive health care

The bill would protect people who, for example, use fertility or period-tracking apps or are seeking information about reproductive health services.

Palestine | Access to Information

Privacy and personal data protection in Palestine: Double violations and absent legislation

Palestinians’ right to privacy and the protection of personal data is subjected to negligence and exploitation by both Israeli and Palestinian authorities reveals a new report.

Europe & Central Asia | Attacks

Turkish authorities target Pride and Kurdish media; Russia’s “crimes against journalists”

June 2022 in Europe and Central Asia: A free expression round up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Cathal Sheerin, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.

Sierra Leone | Digital Rights

Sierra Leone journalist jailed over forwarded WhatsApp message

Journalist Sorie Saio Sesay could face cybercrime charges for sharing a comment in a WhatsApp group alleging police were responsible for the death of a motorbike rider.

Dominican Republic | Censorship

IAPA concerned about the rise of anti-press freedom bills in the Dominican Republic

IAPA expressed concern over several bills in the Dominican Republic that insist on the criminal nature of defamation, including in cyberspace, and overprotect leaders from criticism. All this has a chilling effect on press freedom and journalistic work.

International | Attacks

UN: States must protect media freedom in the digital age

Statement on behalf of 12 NGOs during the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression at the 50th Session of the UN Human Rights Council.

Philippines | Censorship

Shutdown order against “Rappler” must be revoked immediately

“The SEC shutdown order is part of a multi–pronged attack by the Philippine authorities designed to permanently silence Rappler and its founder, Nobel Laureate Maria Ressa. It also marks an escalation in the years-long pressure on the few remaining independent news publishers in the Philippines,” the HTL Steering Committee said.

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