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Eroding the Cornerstone – Attacking Media Freedom Imperils All Human Rights

World Press Freedom Day, 3 May 2023: Journalists at the forefront of protecting human rights Freedom of expression is a

Gwyneth Henderson

Media Defence Mourns Former Trustee, Gwyneth Henderson

It is with profound sadness that Media Defence has learned of the death of one the key figures in its

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¿Son las leyes sobre noticias falsas la mejor manera de enfrentar la desinformación?

A finales de 2021, Grecia se unió a la creciente lista de países que legislan contra las noticias falsas. Una

Chutima Sidasathian and Bettie Mbayo

Women's History Month: Journalists who inspire us

Threats and violence against women journalists endanger important democratic values, including freedom of expression and the right to information. Despite

Legal Officer

[NOW CLOSED] We’re recruiting: Legal Officer

About Media Defence Media Defence is a charity that helps media to defend their rights. We support independent media, journalists

Les lois sur les "fake news" sont-elles le meilleur moyen de lutter contre la désinformation?

En décembre 2021, la Grèce a rejoint la liste croissante des pays qui légifèrent contre les “fausses nouvelles” (ou «

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Our Journalist Impact Survey 2022

“If I didn’t have Media Defence’s support, I would have been condemned .” – Journalist supported by Media Defence in

International Women's Day: Digital Rights Advocate Gladys Mbuyah

Gladys Mbuyah is a barrister and renowned human rights activist working in Cameroon. She has been part of Media Defence’s

Bob Jobbins

15 Years of Media Defence: Unwavering focus on legal support for journalists

15 years ago, Media Defence was established. To celebrate our 15th anniversary, we highlight some developments in freedom of expression

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Media Defence Announces Carlos Gaio as New Chief Executive Officer

Media Defence is pleased to announce Carlos Gaio as its new Chief Executive Officer. Carlos has worked in the Legal

Luxleaks

European Court Grand Chamber finds conviction of whistle-blower in Luxleaks case breached his right to freedom of expression

The Grand Chamber of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has held that the criminal conviction of Luxleaks whistle-blower

Special call: Grant for National Media Defence Centre Indo-Pacific region

In partnership with the International Center for Non-Profit Law, Media Defence is calling for proposals from NGOs and law centres