MISA and partners celebrate 20th anniversary of the Windhoek Declaration
Along with its development partners, MISA will host the Windhoek +20 Conference in Windhoek, under the theme: “Media in Africa 20 Years On: Our Past, Present and Future”.
Shooting the messenger, undermining democracy: SEAPA’s statement on World Press Freedom Day
“Killing the messenger of bad tidings does not solve the problem of those in power. These heinous acts only further put a democratic society in danger,” says SEAPA.
TJA calls on prime minister to support World Press Freedom Day
A series of activities aimed at raising public awareness of press freedom, freedom of expression and journalists’ code of ethics will be held on 3 May 2011.
Globe International releases 2010 annual report
The report outlines Globe International’s 2010 projects and activities.
Human rights defenders, journalists come together to form National Coalition for Media Freedom
The founders started forming specialized work groups assigned to specific projects and programs, in cooperation with international civil society organizations concerned with freedom of information.
Roots of Unrest – CIHRS 2010 report on human rights in the Arab region
Blocking outlets for peaceful expression, by placing pressure on freedom of expression and the media, was identified as one of the roots of unrest in the region.
CJFE urges government to strengthen protection of whistleblowers
As the US prepares to host World Press Freedom Day, CJFE urges the government to re-evaluate its stance on the actions of Wikileaks and the alleged actions of Private Bradley Manning.
Legal landscape dominated by Anti-Terror Law in 2010, says BIANET media monitoring report
According to the report, 220 people, 104 of whom are journalists, stood trial in 2010 in cases linked to freedom of thought or expression.
IPI and SEEMO launch electronic version of flagship publication “South, East and Central Europe Media Handbook”
The online database includes an overview of the media landscape, media-related legislation and press freedom issues in the region.
CEMESP launches 2010 annual freedom of expression review
This is the fourth of such reports, and comes at a crucial point in Liberian history, when there is a great need for news that is impartial, fair and independent.
CIJ report on freedom of expression in 2010
According to the report, the Barisan Nasional federal government adopted a multi-pronged approach, using the myriad of laws at its disposal to curb expression in 2010.
MADA report on violations of media freedoms in 2010
MADA monitored an increase in the number of attacks on journalists as a result of the continued Israeli occupation and internal Palestinian disputes.
Global institutions lagging in defence of press freedom, says CPJ
Journalists worldwide continue to face threats, imprisonment, intimidation and killings, according to “Attacks on the Press”, a yearly survey released by CPJ.
Roll call of loss and tragedy continues, says IFJ report of media staff killed in 2010
The 94 media fatalities in 2010 demonstrate the increasing risks facing journalists around the globe, said IFJ.
CMFR Philippine Press Freedom Report 2010 released
The report looked at the new Aquino administration’s attitude and response to press freedom issues during its first six months.
SEAPA report: “Caught in the Crossfire: Southeast Asia’s Press Freedom Challenges for 2011”
Freedom of expression continues to come under attack in the region where even the more established democracies are witnessing steadily increasing threats, says SEAPA.