The shocking facts about the problem of impunity:
journalists and media workers have been killed since 2006.
9 out of 10 cases go unpunished and see perpetrators walk free.
organisations that make up the IFEX network are committed to ending impunity.
Action Plan or Inaction Plan? The fate of the world’s journalists – and our democracies – hangs in the balance
On the 2022 International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, and the 10th anniversary of the UN Plan of Action on the Safety of Journalists, IFEX’s Executive Director underscores the need for States to start living up to their commitments.
Recent Articles on Impunity
Egypt: ‘Exceptional’ Code of Criminal Procedures undermines justice
The proposed Egyptian criminal code reforms codify repression and shield authorities from accountability under the guise of legality.
MADA condemns the targeting of five journalists from “Al-Quds Today” TV
Since the beginning of December, 13 journalists have been martyred, in addition to others who have been subjected to various forms of violations.
IAPA condemns the murder of two journalists in Haiti
Journalists Markenzy Nathoux from Boston Caribbean Network and radio Lavi FM, and Jimmy Jean from Moun Afè Bon TV were killed in the attack.
Georgia: Security forces attacked and tortured protesters
In widespread and apparently punitive acts, Georgian security forces have chased down, violently detained, and beat protesters. Police also tortured and otherwise ill-treated them in police vans and police stations.
Egypt: Joint report on mounting human rights crisis
Rights groups call for action on torture, detention, and the death penalty ahead of Egypt’s UN review.
Towards a new Syria: A homeland of justice, freedom and dignity for all
Syria’s oppressive regime has fallen, ending decades of tyranny and sparking hope for a future built on justice, dignity, and human rights.