Freedom of Expression IAPA rejects accusations against the Univision network "It is regrettable that this type of contrived false narratives or undemocratic politicking continues to be used to discredit the media and journalists". 0
Freedom of Expression The IAPA surprised by judicial laxity that damages Panamanian newspapers The seizure of newspaper's assets and accounts "represents a severe blow to press freedom," and is a "direct censorship tool."
News IAPA asks President Fernández "not to go back in time" In reference to the repeated times that IAPA had to recriminate government instigation against media and journalists during the presidency of Cristina Kirchner (2007-2015), currently vice president of the country.
IAPA calls for swift justice for the perpetrators and masterminds behind murders of two journalists in Honduras "Journalistic freedom in Honduras is being tested by this act of barbarism and at IAPA we will remain vigilant until justice is done," said the president of the hemispheric organization, Christopher Barnes.
News IAPA regrets case of journalist killed in Barbados Barnes: "This unfortunate fact should draw our attention to the risks journalists face at work in informing their communities."
News IAPA condemns repressive operation against journalists and activists in Cuba Solidarity with independent journalists, the rejection of restrictions on the exercise of freedom of the press and of expression, and the cessation of persecution and harassment.
Freedom of Expression IAPA urges an in-depth debate of Brazilian Fake News Bill Parliamentarians should deepen the discussion of the bill and to listen to all stakeholders.
Freedom of Expression IAPA asks Uruguayan legislators to modify norm that threatens freedom of expression The legislators "have overreached in their work, creating "a new crime of communication or a new criminal action contrary to constitutional principles on freedom of expression and of the press."
Freedom of Expression IAPA: Freedom of expression in the Constitutions of America First document in the series "White Papers on Freedom of Expression", of the Chapultepec Index project. Jaiber Núñez, academic from UCAB, analyzes the freedom of expression in the constitutions of American countries.
Freedom of Expression IAPA observations to the IACHR for the election of the new rapporteur for Freedom of Expression Letter sent to Joel Hernández García, President and Paulo Abrāo, Executive Secretary of the IACHR
Panama Judicial censorship against the newspaper La Prensa in Panama "Serious precedent" for press freedom.
Argentina IAPA surprised at another incident of espionage against media and journalists "This type of interference is prohibited by international law and must be severely punished."
Freedom of Expression IAPA condemned attacks against media in Ecuador and Mexico Attacks against the headquarters of the Teleamazonas TV station in Ecuador and the digital news portal Momento in Mexico.
Freedom of Expression IAPA condemnation and concern over attacks on journalists in the US Numerous attacks, arrests and threats against journalists and members of the press covering social protests in different cities of the United States.
Trinidad and Tobago IAPA concerned about Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister attacks on media "Politicians who proclaim their faith in democracy are often intolerant of public criticism."
News IAPA rejects President Trump's executive order Is contrary to the "spirit of the deep debate on freedom of expression that must prevail in the digital sphere."
Freedom of Expression IAPA calls AMLO attacks on the press incitement to violence In a systematic and periodic way, President López Obrador takes advantage of his morning press conferences to stigmatize the media, especially the newspapers, El Universal and Reforma, which he describes daily as sensationalist, corrupt, alarmist, slanderous and opponents.
Freedom of Expression The IAPA announces winner of the #expressyourself contest and reiterates the principles of the Declaration of Salta The winner of the #expressyourself contest is Daniel Centeno Perdomo; author of "Bozal de arepa".
Mexico IAPA condemns the murder of another journalist in Mexico Jorge Armenta, the fourth journalist killed this year in the country.
News Passing of Oliver Clarke "The loss of Oliver Clarke is an immeasurable one not only for Jamaica but for me personally," Christopher Barnes, IAPA President.
News SIPConnect Online Leads New IAPA Professional Training Cycle In addition to SIPConnect, at the SIP Institute during the month of May there will be several other professional training activities.
Internet International media leaders called to rebuild trust at annual gathering Jeff Jarvis spoke about the need journalists have of learning how to have a relationship with the community.Article by Deseret News 0
The deadline to apply for the SIP journalism contest ends this Thursday at midnight The contest consists of 13 categories and offers a first prize in each of them for two thousand dollars.
Freedom of Expression IAPA urges respect for press freedom in legal investigations in Panama The Attorney General's Office opened a criminal investigation related to alleged irregularities in the purchase of media group.
Impunity IAPA condemns murder of Mexican journalist The Michoacán State Attorney's Office confirmed that the decomposed body discovered on June 14 was that of Adame Pardo, missing since May 18.
Impunity UN Global call to improve the safety of journalists on the ground Action-oriented recommendations to improve the protection of journalists and reinforce the implementation of the UN Plan of Action on the Safety of Journalists and the Issue of Impunity were identified by key stakeholders at a meeting organized by UNESCO and OHCHR in Geneva.
News @en The IAPA is pleased by recent OAS Resolution, also stating that "it is time to act" "Resolutions are not enough without the political will to give them some teeth; put them into practice with financial and human resources."
News Argentine Paper Stood Up to the Generals, but Succumbed to Market Forces From The New York Times, August 27, 2017
News @en Report of the hearing at the Inter-American Court on the Nelson Carvajal case The Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights (RFK Human Rights) group has accompanied the IAPA since 2015 as representative of the family members of victim Nelson Carvajal Carvajal, a Colombian journalist murdered 19 years ago.
Freedom of Expression IAPA announces winners of 2017 Excellence in Journalism awards IAPA rewarded the work of media and journalists of Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Chile, Colombia, El Salvador, Mexico, Panama, Peru, United States and Venezuela.
News @en IAPA awards Press Freedom Grand Prize to Luis Almargo The award was granted to the Secretary General of the OAS for his defense and promotion of freedom of expression and of the press.
News @en Twenty years later (By Danilo Arbilla) The data is not so promising or encouraging: more than 400 journalists have been murdered, and very few of those cases, not quite 20 percent, have been solved and the responsible parties punished.
Safety guidelines Resources designed specifically for journalists to help them protect their accounts and themselves on Facebook.
News @en Venezuela Country Safety Page Journalists covering protests have been routinely targeted, harassed, attacked, and detained.
News @en Mexico Offers Rewards in Killings of Journalists Mexicos Attorney Generals Office is offering rewards for information leading to the arrests of those responsible for the murders of five journalists and the attempted murder of a sixth this year.
News Mexicos academic world condemns widespread killings of journalists Ibero-American University criticizes the lack of political will to investigate murders of reporters.
Freedom of Expression Introducing Facebook Safety for Journalists Resources As part of the Facebook Journalism Projects goal to provide training and tools for journalists, we are committed to helping journalists stay vigilant about their safety on our platform.
News @en IAPA and ContentEngine Signed an Agreement It will allow publications associated with IAPA to generate an additional source of income.
News @en IAPA condemns digital spying and calls for a halt to it The use of this mechanism is a serious attack upon freedom of expression and of the press, on the right to privacy and protection of news sources.
News SIPAlert app uses real-time to fight against attacks on journalists The application will be free and available for Android and iOS smartphones.
63 new members join the IAPA Matt Sanders: "This help us become stronger and reinforce our commitment to persevere in our mission." Press Releases
16 universities join IAPA The higher education institutions approved for the first time as members of the organization are from Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico and Peru. News
IAPA launches new 'by journalists for journalists' insurance scheme 'Insurance for Journalists' is the only international insurer specialising solely in insuring journalists without restrictions. News
Condolences on the death of Ernestina Herrera de Noble of Clarín Group IAPA President Matt Sanders expresses his condolences to the family and Clarín Group colleagues. News @en
