Iran: Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Admitted to Hospital Following Nearly Nine Weeks of Medical Care Denial
Women Press Freedom welcomes the essential hospitalization of Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi following nearly nine weeks of denied medical care. This critical step highlights the power of collective action and the unwavering commitment of advocates fighting for justice and human rights.
Chile: Conviction in Francisca Sandoval's Murder Brings Justice, WPF Urges Fair Sentencing
Sandoval was on assignment for Canal Señal 3 La Victoria when she was shot and was mother to a young child. Sentencing is scheduled for October 28, with prosecutors seeking a 30-year prison term.
United States: U.S. Supreme Court Grants Priscilla Villarreal Second Chance to Sue Over Wrongful Arrest
Women Press Freedom applauds the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision directing the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to reconsider Priscilla Villarreal's case, a citizen journalist in Texas seeking to sue for wrongful arrest.
Canada: WPF Welcomes Long Overdue Arrest of Mercedes Stephenson's Harasser
Police have finally arrested the man harassing Mercedes Stephenson, political journalist and Ottawa bureau chief for Global News. Stephenson experienced ongoing targeting despite taking legal action against her harasser.
Canada: Savanna Craig Cleared of Charges, But Police’s Continued Targeting of Journalists Raises Concerns
WPF welcome dropping of baseless charges levelled at the journalist for her coverage of a pro-Palestinian sit-in in April.
Israel/Palestine: Women Press Freedom Welcomes Release of Palestinian Journalist Asmaa Harish From Israeli Detention
Women Press Freedom welcomes the release of Palestinian journalist Asmaa Harish from Israeli detention at Damon Prison.
Colombia: Former Intelligence Director Sentenced to 12 Years for Persecution of Claudia Julieta Duque
Women Press Freedom commends the court's decision to sentence a former intelligence director of Colombia's now-defunct Administrative Security Department (DAS) to 12 years in prison for his involvement in the persecution, harassment, and illegal actions against journalist Claudia Julieta Duque.
Afghanistan: Women Journalists' Suppression Continues in Taliban-led Afghanistan With Ban Imposed on Their Recruitment in Daikundi
Taliban's latest move deepens the already stifling restrictions on press freedom, intensifying the threats faced by media outlets employing women.
New Zealand: Women Press Freedom Concerned by Potential Early Release of Attacker of NZME Journalist Despite Court Sentencing
Women Press Freedom commends the court's ruling to convict Rosie Morunga, who attacked an NZME journalist outside a courthouse
India: Women Press Freedom Criticizes LinkedIn for Failing to Address Harassment of Journalist Nishtha Gautam
Despite her frustration and anger, LinkedIn lacks sufficient reporting tools to address the abuse she endured.
Hong Kong: Women Press Freedom Condemns Organized Harassment of Hong Kong Journalists, Including HKJA Chair Selina Cheng
In the past 5 years, WPF has documented at least 31 cases of threats to women journalists in Hong Kong for their work.
United States: Long-Awaited Charges in Dangerous Assault on NYT Reporter Erin Schaff During Capitol Insurrection
The brothers threw the photographer to the ground, stole her camera, and broke her equipment.
United States: WPF Hails Justice as Man is Sentenced for Harassing Journalist Lauren Chooljian
Man sentenced to 27 months in prison for harassing reporter Lauren Chooljian, her editor, and her parents.
Colombia: Former DAS Deputy Director Found Guilty of Torturing Claudia Julieta Duque
The conviction of José Miguel Narváez, former DAS deputy director, marks a crucial step toward justice for journalist Claudia Julieta Duque.