Report: Freedom of the Press
Global press freedom fell in 2016 to the lowest level in the past thirteen years. This is mainly due to new threats on journalists in democratic countries and oppression of independent media in authoritarian countries. More findings on press freedom world wide can be found in the report.
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The Greatest Oppressor 2016
In 2016, global press freedom fell to the lowest level in 13 years. Based on the Freedom of the Press report 2017, we are proud to present the battle of the greatest oppressor! With categories like exclusion, propaganda and manipulation it was a though battle. Who are the greatest oppressors?
The greatest oppressors
Journalists detained and harassed in Belarus
On March 25th and 26th 2017, Belarusian authorities detained more than 40 journalists and bloggers for covering the violently suppressed rally on Freedom Day in Minsk and regions. Free Press Unlimited condemns the detention and harassment of the journalists. Journalism is not a crime.
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Call for nominations: Free Press Awards
We are excited to announce the third edition of the Free Press Awards. The Free Press Awards will recognise journalists who show a strong commitment to press freedom and independent information. Submit your nomination for the Newcomer of the Year and Most Resilient Journalist before 1 August 2017.
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