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Ecuador: Alexandra Moyano Threatened with Death Threats Following Investigations into Local Government

WPF unequivocally stands in solidarity with Alexandra Moyano, a journalist at Radio Novedades in Cotopaxi, who has been the target of grave death threats in connection with her investigative journalism uncovering irregularities within the Cotopaxi authorities and its mismanagement of resources in IESS hospitals.

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Ecuador: CFWIJ Demands Swift Investigation Into The Death Threats Against Journalist Virginia Suárez

Journalist Virginia Suárez was threatened with death by an unknown commentator during her live broadcast. Virginia filed a criminal complaint with the Los Ríos Prosecutor's Office for the crime of intimidation against her. The Coalition For Women In Journalism (CFWIJ) is extremely concerned about the journalist’s safety. We demand Ecuadorian authorities to conduct a swift investigation into the threats and ensure Virginia’s safety.

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Ecuador: CFWIJ Condemns The Xenophobic And Sexist Attacks Against Alondra Santiago

Alondra Santiago, a journalist and political commentator for Café con JJ, faced a barrage of online hate after her comments on President-elect Guillermo Lasso’s first public speech on April 14. The journalist criticized the last part of the speech where Guillermo Lasso implied that he and his wife would be parents of pregnant adolescents. Referencing the ongoing debate to decriminalize abortion in Ecuador, Alondra commented, “We don’t need them to be our parents. We need to be able to decide...They are not pregnant adolescents, they are raped girls and adolescents.” Following her statement, Alondra was targeted by xenophobia and insults. This incident is not the first time Alondra has faced a smear campaign for her views and political commentary. CFWIJ condemns the online trolling against Alondra Santiago and commends her integrity.

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