RT @PENamerica: We renew our call for the immediate release of writer Boualem Sansal, as the Algerian government continues to imprison him….

It also marks a disturbing extension of a deadly pattern: the CPJ says Israeli forces have killed at least 186 journalists and media workers since the Gaza war began—the highest number CPJ has ever recorded in a single conflict. [2/2].

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) reports that this targeted strike on Iran state television comes amid a wider escalation between Israel and Iran. [1/2].

While Canada remains relatively well-ranked at 21st, that’s a notable drop from its 14th place position just last year — and the report outlines several key areas where progress is still urgently needed. Read the report:

Reporters Without Borders @RSF_inter has recently released their 2025 World Press Freedom Index, highlighting that economic fragility is now one of the leading threats to press freedom worldwide.

Bruser helped shape the legal protections reporters rely on today. He co-authored Journalists and the Law, launched Canada’s first media law courses, and co-founded the Canadian Media Lawyers’ Association — among other contributions to press freedom. Congratulations, Bert!.

Bert Bruser, longtime Toronto Star lawyer and a pioneer of Canadian media law, has received the Career Achievement Award from World Press Freedom Canada @CDN_WPF.

RT @Freespeechcentr: At @Freespeechcentr, we’re hosting a timely and important event:. “Truth in Hostile Times — Journalism in Repressive a….

CJFE proudly recognized Samar’s bravery and storytelling last year. Her latest honour is a powerful tribute to the importance of bearing witness — even in exile. Read more: #truthdiesindarkness #worldpressphoto #samarabuelouf.

Palestinian photojournalist @samarabuelouf — recipient of CJFE’s 2024 International Press Freedom Award — has just been named @WorldPressPhoto of the Year winner for her powerful image, “Mahmoud Ajjour, Aged Nine,” published in The New York Times.

RT @CFE_TMU: The Code of Silence Awards — presented by @caj, @CFE_TMU, and @cjfe — spotlight governments and public bodies that go to great….

RT @CostsOfWar: Read our latest report on the dangers journalists face in war zones.

Dong Yuyu's appeal is now under review. A global open letter calls for his acquittal and defends press freedom and people-to-people diplomacy. ✍️ Add your name below . Photo: Dong family via @niemanfdn .#PressFreedom #CJFE #JournalismIsNotACrime.

Chinese journalist Dong Yuyu, a longtime reporter and former Nieman Fellow, was sentenced to 7 years for meeting with foreign diplomats — with no evidence of wrongdoing.

According to Reporters Without Borders @RSF_inter, at least 35 journalists may have been directly targeted for their work. As press casualties mount, the future of journalism — and the right to report freely — is under attack.

This week, an Israeli airstrike hit a media tent near Nasser Hospital, killing journalist Helmi al-Faqawi and injuring several others, as reported by Wafa and Al Jazeera. Deaths add to the casualty numbers in what has been declared the deadliest ever war for media workers.

• How can Canadian media navigate 2025?.• What role does AI play in misinformation?.• How do we rebuild trust in journalism?. Swipe through our key takeaways from the panel discussion. Presented by CJFE & @westernuFIMS

On March 20, 2025, CJFE & @westernuFIMS hosted the panel: Canadian Politics in the Eye of the Storm at Hot Docs Cinema. Top journalists tackled disinformation, AI, media trust & U.S. influence ahead of the election. Swipe for key takeaways. #CJFE #PressFreedom

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RT @kbolan: Congratulations to all National Newspaper Award nominees! Happy to see my Lethal Exports series nominated, which I was only abl….