Defending the Media in Defamation Cases: Factsheet
Defamation can be described in a number of ways – but is broadly understood as the communication of a false statement that unjustly causes harm or detriment to legal or natural person’s reputation. Defamation laws vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.  Therefore, the first step in defending any defamation claim is to identify the applicable jurisdiction […]
Defending the Media in Defamation Cases: Factsheet Copy
Defamation can be described in a number of ways – but is broadly understood as the communication of a false statement that unjustly causes harm or detriment to legal or natural person’s reputation. Defamation laws vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.  Therefore, the first step in defending any defamation claim is to identify the applicable jurisdiction […]
Funded Partner Organisation: Application Guide
This application guide is for organisations applying to become a funded partner of Media Defence. Attached files: Funded Partner Organisation – Application Guide
The Model EU Anti-SLAPP Directive
The EU anti-SLAPP directive was drafted at the initiative of a coalition of non-governmental organisations from across Europe that have been working together over the past years to raise awareness and urge policy makers to protect public watchdogs such as journalists, rights defenders, activists and whistle-blowers from Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs). SLAPP lawsuits […]
Defending the Media in Satire Cases: Factsheet
Satire is not an easy concept to define. Jonathan Greenberg, in The Cambridge Introduction to Satire, manages to summarise the diverse satirical writings of raunchy Restoration-era poets, the author Salmon Rushdie and New York Times food critic Pete Wells as all sharing one key attribute: “…none of the writing is merely a work of aggression […]
Defending the Media in Defamation Cases: Factsheet
Defamation can be described in a number of ways – but is broadly understood as the communication of a false statement that unjustly causes harm or detriment to legal or natural person’s reputation. Defamation laws vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.  Therefore, the first step in defending any defamation claim is to identify the applicable jurisdiction […]
Media Defence Partner Code of Conduct & Ethics
MEDIA DEFENCE PARTNER CODE OF CONDUCT & ETHICS This Code of Conduct and Ethics (the Code) is applicable to Media Defence’s partners, including staff and officers of grantees, contractors and consultants and; training and event participants (herein referred to as the Partner). This Code applies equally to all grant recipients, whether recipients of financial or […]
Report: Mapping Digital Rights and Online Freedom of Expression in East, West, and Southern Africa
Media Defence has published a new report, Mapping digital rights and freedom of expression in East, West and Southern Africa. This in-depth study analyses each region and each country, and is ideal for anyone who wants a deeper understanding of digital restrictions in sub-Saharan Africa. The report was prepared with the assistance of ALT Advisory, and is […]
Monitoring and Evaluation: Guidance for Applicants
This guidance is for organisations who are preparing a budget for their project and applying for a grant from Media Defence to operate a national media defence centre. It covers the processes and activities needed to measure their progress, results and impact, as well as what support is available and how much of a financial […]
National Media Defence Centre – Case Study Template
Case study template for partners to fill in as part of the final online report. Attached files: Final Report Case Study & Contextual Update
General Grant Terms, Conditions and Understandings
In addition to the specific terms and conditions in the grant award letter, Media Defence grant awards are also contingent upon these additional terms. Attached files: General Grant Terms conditions and understandings
Media Defence Terms and Conditions and Practice Standards for Legal Practitioners
Media Defence Terms and Conditions and Practice Standards for legal practitioners representing Media Defence aided clients 1. GENERAL PRINCIPLES 1.1 Responsibilities to Clients A legal practitioner representing an Media Defence aided client will: 1.1.1 observe the principles governing the practitioner/client relationship and the privacy of instructions provided by the client; 1.1.2 provide an efficient, ethical […]