Asal Abasian | Exiled Iranian Journalist, Writer, Queer Feminist Activist
A queer feminist activist and former Shargh journalist, Abasian, now based in Paris, was forced to leave Iran in 2021 under threat of arrest and imprisonment. “This move was driven by more than just these immediate dangers; living openly as a queer individual in Iran today is nearly impossible,” they said.
Journalists Freed in Prisoner Swap: A Pivotal Moment to Remember Those Still Behind Bars
As we celebrate Alsu's liberation, we must continue to amplify the voices of those still behind bars and keep the spotlight on their plight. Here are reflections from women journalists who intimately understand the bittersweet nature of such events, shedding light on the broader context and the ongoing struggles faced by their colleagues around the world.
I Wrote The History of LASD Gangs. Then The Sheriff’s Department Started Surveilling Me
Cherise Castle uncovered months-long law enforcement surveillance of her. Originally published by LA Public Press.
Women Press Freedom Speaks with Courageous Indian Journalists Facing Threats and Suppression Amid Elections
Nearly 970 million people have voted in India’s ongoing elections since April 19. Journalists report on the ground amid the curbs and fear of suppression.
Reporter’s Notebook: How Heat Impacts Fashion’s Global Workers
As global temperatures soar, with 2023 the hottest year on record, the once under-explored link between climate change and labor is fast becoming an urgent issue
Northern Ireland: Lyra McKee, Still Searching for Justice 5 Years On
Lyra's promising career was violently cut short when she was shot dead at 29 years old while reporting in 2019. The gunman who ended her life remains at large.
Crossing the Line: Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff's Troubling Confrontation with Journalistic Integrity
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff's attempts to intimidate an NPR journalist investigating his land acquisitions in Hawaii, including revealing personal information and exerting pressure through corporate channels, pose a grave threat to journalistic freedom and integrity.
Voices from the Frontlines: Ukrainian Women Journalists
Two years after Russia’s invasion, Women Press Freedom speaks to Nataliya Lyashchenko, Inna Varenytsia, Olena Maksymenko, Diana Butsko, Olga Rudenko, Kateryna Malofeyeva, and Kristina Berdynskykh about their experiences and challenges reporting on the conflict.
Reporting in the Dark: The Struggle of Pakistani Journalists Against Mobile Network Shutdown During General Elections
“All the work that I would otherwise do easily became immensely stressful because of connectivity issues” - Geo News reporter Kiran Khan
Turkey's Earthquake, One Year On: Press Freedom Under Siege During and After the Disaster
How the government's response to the disaster sparked a press freedom crisis, with fines, detentions, and social media attacks targeting reporters
From the Sahara to the States: Pulitzer's 2023 Stories That Shaped Our Year
As we at CFWIJ and WPF take a moment to appreciate the monumental efforts in storytelling and journalism, our focus turns to the remarkable work supported by the Pulitzer Center this year, the powerful narratives that have emerged, highlighting the diverse and critical issues that shape our world.
India: Prominent Women Journalists Targeted in Delhi Police Raids on NewsClick
Delhi police carried out raids at the homes of prominent journalists, including at least seven women journalists.