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Peru: Swift Actions Necessary To Find Missing Journalist Daysi Huamán
It has been 56 days since journalist Daysi Lizeth Mina Huamán went missing. As per news reports, she has not been seen or heard since January 26. The Coalition For Women In Journalism demands Peruvian authorities to conduct an in-depth inquiry into Daysi’s disappearance and locate her whereabouts as soon as possible.
Mexico: Ciudad Juarez Governor Jurado’s Discriminatory Behaviour Towards Journalist Lucy Sosa Is Unacceptable
Mexican journalist Lucy del Carmen Sosa has filed a complaint against Javier Corral Jurado, the Governor of Chihuahua, for violation of her rights to information. He disregarded her queries during two different press conferences held on February 17 and 24, respectively.
Canada: American Journalist Melissa Cox’s Arrest Exposes Problems With Press Freedom
Melissa Cox, an American journalist and documentary filmmaker, was arrested by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) on February 24. However , she was conditionally released after seven hours of detention.
México: El Asesinato De La Periodista De Radio Teresa Aracely Pone En El Punto De Mira Los Ataques A Mujeres Reporteras
The Coalition for Women in Journalism, está preocupada por el asesinato de la periodista de radio mexicana, Teresa Aracely Alcocer. La reportera recibió un disparo frente a su casa en Ciudad Juárez. Exigimos que las autoridades mexicanas tomen medidas rápidas para perseguir a los asesinos de Teresa.
Mexico: Murder Of Radio Journalist Teresa Aracely Puts The Targeting Of Women Journalists In The Spotlight
The Coalition For Women In Journalism is concerned over the murder of Mexican radio journalist Teresa Aracely Alcocer. She was killed outside her home in Ciudad Juarez. We demand that the Mexican authorities take swift action to hunt down Teresa’s murderers.
Pakistan: Shaista Hakim Should Not Be Subjected To Discrimination Because Of Her Gender
The Coalition For Women In Journalism condemns the denial of membership to journalist Shaista Hakim by the Swat Press Club and the Swat Electronic Media Association. We urge management of both entities to stop discriminating against women journalists.
Pakistan: Journalist Gul Bukhari Being Threatened With Terrorism Charges Sets A Dangerous Precedent For Women Journalists
Several media outlets have been reporting that Gul Bukhari is being intimidated with terrorism charges because of her critical view of state policies.
Chechnya: We Seek Justice For Russain Journalist Elena Milashina
Russian investigative journalist Elena Milashina was subjected to physical assault by an angry mob in a hotel in Grozny on February 6. She was in the Chechen capital with human rights lawyer Marina Dubrovina to follow the trail of a jailed blogger. Even following the assault Elena has not been safe since, as she continues to get death threats via the internet.
USA: Did CBS Make Gayle King A Target For Views And Traffic?
The Coalition For Women In Journalism condemns the attacks and online harassment of television presenter Gayle King. She recently found herself in the eye of a storm after clips of her questioning Lisa Leslie about Kobe Bryant’s sexual assault charge was circulated by CBS.
Philippines: ABS-CBN Under Fire As Duterte’s Relentless Attacks On Press Freedom Continue
Solicitor General Jose Calida has asked the Supreme Court to revoke the legislative franchise of broadcast giant ABS-CBN. We urge the authorities to stop attacking critical media outlets using legal tactics.
Philippines: State Continues To Persecute Voices Of Dissent, Arrests Journalist Frenchiemae Cumpio
Filipino journalist Frenchiemae Cumpio has been arrested along with four human rights activists on February 6. She was taken into custody during simultaneous raids across the Tacloban city targeting journalists and human rights activists. The Coalition For Women In Journalism condemns Frenchimae’s arrest and demand authorities to release her immediately.
Vietnam: Tran Thi Nga Is Free But Living In Exile - Is That Freedom, After All?
The Coalition For Women In Journalism is relieved to learn that Vietanamese blogger Tran Thi Nga has been released after three years in prison on January 10. However, we regret that she is forced to live in exile abroad after being released on condition to leave Vietnam immediately.
Egypt: In-Depth Inquiry Essential To Determine Journalist Rehab Badr’s Mysterious Death
The Coalition For Women In Journalism is devastated to learn about Egyptian journalist Rehab Badr’s passing. We extend our condolences to her loved ones in this time of grief.
USA: Washington Post Reinstates Felicia Sonmez — A Welcome Decision
The Coalition For Women In Journalism welcomes the Washington Post’s decision to reinstate their national politics reporter Felicia Sonmez. She was sent on administrative leave on January 27. The publication’s earlier decision received criticism within the industry, which eventually led them to reinstate Felicia.
Cuba: Journalist Iliana Hernández Threatened With Draconian Decree 370
Cuban journalist and activist Iliana Hernández has been charged with “receiving stolen property” and threatened with the oppressive Decree 370. The Coalition For Women In Journalism demands that Cuban authorities drop the charges against her. We also condemn the raid conducted on Iliana’s home, after which she was summoned at the police station on January 13. Our colleague should be allowed to report freely, without fear of being persecuted.