The past twelve months have seen strong results for the journalists we defended but also a decline in respect for freedoms overall. MLDI’s work this year, more than ever, has proven to be crucial in securing journalists’ ability to report freely worldwide.
In 2014-15, MLDI and its partners have defended nearly 600 journalists, media outlets and bloggers across the globe. We have obtained strong results for the journalists we defended and set fantastic precedents for freedom of expression before the African Court on Human and People’s Rights and the East African Court of Justice, amongst others.
To find out more on our work and impact, read our full Annual Review for 2015.
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The Impact of Our Litigation Surgeries: A Conversation with Lawyer, Jorge Ruiz Del Ángel
Last year, we interviewed Mexican human rights lawyer Jorge Ruiz del Ángel about his experience attending one of our Litigation Surgeries and becoming part of our global network of lawyers. Our Litigation Surgeries Our litigation surgeries are a core component of Media Defence’s global work, offered both in-person and online. These are focused seminars where […]
Filing Amicus Curiae and other submissions at Domestic Courts: Strengthening Freedom of Expression at the National Level
In 2024, Media Defence filed written submissions in a number of cases before domestic courts across four regions. The role of Media Defence took different forms, including that of third-party intervener, amicus curiae, and expert providing an opinion in international law. The purpose of the submissions is to assist each court in its determination of […]
Whereabouts of Espacio Público’s Executive Director, Carlos Correa, remain unknown.
Leer artículo en español According to witnesses, the executive director of Espacio Público, Carlos Correa, was allegedly intercepted in downtown Caracas by hooded officials on the afternoon of January 7, 2025. As of 8:30 am on January 8, his whereabouts are still unknown. Correa was allegedly intercepted by hooded officials, without identification, who forced him […]