Iran: Pakhshan Azizi’s Health Deteriorates in Prison: WPF Condemns Abuse of Women Prisoners
Azizi hospitalized after being repeatedly denied medical care
Turkiye: JIN News’ Rabia Önver Under Investigation For “Disinformation”
Kurdish journalist's home was raided following her investigation into alleged criminal activity involving officials. WPF denounces harassment.
Mexico: Rosalinda Ortiz Ríos Accused of “Political Violence” After Criticizing Official
WPF denounces attempt to criminalize journalist for expressing her opinion.
Peru: Women Press Freedom Condemns Court Mandate Requiring Disclosure of Paola Ugaz's Communication Records
Following lawsuits filed against her by the Peruvian Attorney General's Office, a court decision resulted in the revocation of the confidentiality of Peruvian journalist Paola Ugaz's communications.
Bulgaria: WPF Condemns Smear Campaign Against Emmy-Nominated Journalist Marieta Nikolaeva
WPF demands those responsible for targeting the journalist are swiftly prosecuted.
Somalia: Politician Demeans and Belittles Journalist Amina Ibrahim Abdirahman
Women Press Freedom condemns the harassment of the Maay-language journalist. Government officials must treat all press with respect.
Turkiye: Sibel Yükler On Trial For Violating Protest Law, WPF Denounces Bogus Charges
Sibel Yükler and colleagues facing criminal charges for protesting the unjust detentions of Kurdish journalists in 2022.
Georgia: WPF Mourns Brutal Murder of Trans Icon Kesaria Abramidze Amid Georgia’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation
The horrifying pre-meditated murder comes just one day after Georgia passed anti-LGBTQ+ laws that mirror Russia’s repressive stance.
China: Lawyer of Detained Zhang Zhan taken away by Shanghai Police After Her Redetention
Her detention is a clear violation of human rights by Chinese authorities and a stark reminder of the country's authoritarian regime.
Thailand: Veteran Reporter Harassed by Politician's Wife, Seeks Protection After Testifying in Murder Case
Journalist is being targeted by the wife of a politician and is seeking protection for both herself and her elderly mother from potential threats.
India: Journalist Laments Police Complicity After Facing Harassment by Politician
After reporting on a sexual harassment case last month, the journalist faced offensive remarks from local politician in Badlapur.
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
Libya: Women Press Freedom Denounces Ikram Rajab’s Unlawful Detention
Journalist's home raided and taken into custody by security services on unknown charges.
Peru: Minister Threatens Kara Ramírez After She Queries His Potential Involvement in Corruption
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns that elected official's attempt to intimidate the journalist for doing her job.
South Korea: South Korean Journalist Retracts Whistleblowing Post After Feeling Threatened
This attempt to silence Kim raises serious concerns about the suppression of women’s voices in South Korea’s media industry.
United States: Police Arrest Yesica Prado While Covering Homeless Encampment Sweep
Women Press Freedom strongly denounces the arrest of local journalist Yesica Prado during her coverage of a homeless encampment clearance in Oakland, California.
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.
Bolivia: Protestors Attack Irene Torrez, Forcing Her to Delete Footage
Women Press Freedom denounces violent attack on journalist reporting on rally in support of the President..