Press Freedom

The World Press Freedom Index, which assessed 180 countries, finds established journalism is ‘being asphyxiated’Press freedom around the world is at its lowest ebb in a generation, according to an influential annual index that highlights growing authoritarian pressure on the media.The average score for the 180 countries assessed by the World Press Freedom Index, compiled by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), was the lowest in the index’s 25-year history. Continue reading...

An Academy Award-nominated documentary tells the story of a journalist killed in the suburbs of Kiev while covering the Russian invasion of Ukraine, bringing renewed attention to dangers facing war correspondents. The filmmakers hope the documentary sparks broader conversation about threats to press freedom in active conflict zones and the importance of protecting journalists. The nomination underscores the international film community's recognition of journalism as a critical element of documenting wartime atrocities and human rights violations. The film's timing coincides with ongoing global conflicts and heightened scrutiny of media access and safety in geopolitical hotspots.