News and Press Releases

On 3 July, a new media law was approved in Russia that will have as a consequence that independent journalists who publish their work in media will be…

The Newsletter features a round-up of the latest activities and actions carried out by the IFJ across the world.

The International Federation of Journalist (IFJ) has condemned the closure of nine newspapers in Canada and called for urgent action to preserve local…

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) has praised the dedication and solidarity of journalists at Al Jazeera in London who have won a 9…

The International and European Federations of Journalists (IFJ and EFJ) today supported the strike by 1,700 journalist members of their affiliate, the…

As we mark World Press Freedom Day, the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and its South Asia affiliates, together with the South Asia…

A journalist was attacked by a political leader in Cape Town, South Africa on 20 March while covering a story outside the parliament. The…

The two media giants Torstar Corp. and Postmedia Network Inc. announced on 27 November that they would cut nearly 300 jobs as they plan to shutter…

Almost one in two women journalists have suffered sexual harassment, psychological abuse, online trolling and others forms of gender-based violence…

“Violence against women and girls is one of the most systematic and widespread human rights violations. It is rooted in gendered social structures…

The IFJ has backed calls by digital media workers in the US to unionise, as writers and their supporters rallied as part of an ongoing fight against…