9- Global Media Law and Ethics

 

Resources and Organizations that Advocate for Press Freedom Around the World

In previous Mass Communication courses we have discussed legal constraints for International Journalist, this brief 'Global Media Law and Ethics' makes me want to look into some of the resources I've found in the past and reiterate the importances of organizations such as Committee to Protect Journalist, cpj.org which I used as a reference in this Term Paper from last semester. These resources are truly dedicated to press freedom and keeping the world informed of global threats to media. 

Video from cpj YouTube channel 

Reporters Without Borders - rsf.org

Reporters without borders is also known as Reporters Sans Frontieres (RSF) it is an international nonprofit organization. Their main focuses are protecting press freedom around the world and ensuring safety for all journalist. They publish an annual index which ranks countries based on the level of freedom in press. RSF provides resources, support and even supply journalist with helmets and bulletproof vests in dangerous areas. They campaign against censorship and attacks on journalists. 

International Press Institute - ipi.media

IPI states on their About Us section on their website...

Our mission is to defend media freedom and the free flow of news wherever they are threatened.

The represent a network of editors, media executives, and journalists that are dedicated to the cause of press freedom worldwide. They conduct research, advocate, and train journalist and media organizations on how to maintain high journalistic standards and fighting against censorship. This is a great resource to support especially if you are a media professional. 

Freedom House- freedomhouse.org

Freedom House is a watchdog organization dedicated to freedom and democracy around the world. They do a lot of work to improve human rights, political freedoms, and freedom of press. Their annual report titled "Freedom in the World" shares the state of political and civil liberties around the world. They are a valuable source to raise awareness about threats to journalism in different countries. 

These resources and organizations (and others like them) are essential when it comes to press freedom and democracy. They play a big role in monitoring and informing the public of the risks involved with media and journalism, raising awareness and bringing about change. Use these resources to keep yourself informed of Global Media and Ethics news and if you are passionate about helping keeping media honest, safe and reliable consider donating or finding ways to support these organizations, most of them will have a donate or support button on their websites.