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Peru: Judge Who Granted Suspended Sentence to Camacho's Stalker Files Defamation Lawsuit Against the Journalist
Women Press Freedom condemns the defamation lawsuit filed against Manuela Camacho by the judge who issued a lenient sentence to a man who terrorized 7 women journalists with threats and stalking, an injustice that persists.
Peru: Nataly Julca Receives Death Threats for Reporting on Soccer Player’s Alleged Affair
Two journalists from the Peruvian entertainment show Magaly TV, Nataly Julca, and Gianfranco Pérez, have received death threats after reporting on a scandal involving a Peruvian soccer player and a singer
Peru: AI-Generated Deepfakes of Prominent Journalists and Celebrities Used in Investment Scam
WPF strongly condemns the exploitation of AI technology to create deepfake videos of journalists Jomayvit Gálaga and Verónica Linares, among other notable Peruvian personalities, for the promotion of fraudulent investment schemes.
Peru: Explicit AI-Manipulated Photo of Sports Presenter Nair Aliaga Spreads Online
An AI-manipulated photograph depicting Golperú journalist Nair Aliaga without clothing was shared online.
Peru: Juliana Oxenford Ousted Amid Political Pressure and Far-Right Influence
The Coalition For Women In Journalism and Women Press Freedom is outraged by the recent developments involving the unjust dismissal of Juliana Oxenford from ATV network in Peru.
Peru: Prominent Journalist Rosa Maria Palacios Targeted on the Street by Extremist Faction
Renowned journalist Rosa Maria Palacios, known for her investigative reporting and critique of governmental corruption, has once again become the target of far-right extremists.
Peru: Court Supports Journalist Pamela Huerta Bustamante in Landmark Freedom of Information Case
In a significant victory for press freedom, the Transparency Court of Peru has ordered the Peruvian National Police (PNP) to hand over requested information by La República’s journalist Pamela Huerta Bustamante.
Peru: Prosecutor's Office Dismisses Money Laundering Charges Against Journalist Paola Ugaz
The Peruvian Prosecutor's Office dismissed a complaint accusing investigative journalist Paola Ugaz of the alleged offense of "money laundering."
Peru: Ultra-Right Harasses Award-Winning Journalist Rosa María Palacios At Home
Ultra-Right wing group La Resistencia repeatedly harass journalist Rosa María Palacios.
Peru: Ultra-Conservative Right Harass Investigative Reporter Paola Ugaz Yet Again
Third bogus legal case opened against investigative journalist Paola Ugaz.
Peru: CFWIJ Condemns Physical Assault on Rina Solórzano and Four Others
Photographer for the Lima-based news magazine Caretas, Rina Solórzano was assaulted by supporters of President Pedro Castillo
Peru: CFWIJ Condemns The Legal Harassment Against Maritza Roxana Ramírez Huertas
Director of the newspaper Now Jaén, Maritza Roxana Ramírez Huertas was served a legal notice for the news coverage her platform reported about a police complaint about psychological violence, filed by an official of the judiciary. She was legally accused of spreading misinformation. The Coalition For Women In Journalism (CFWIJ) condemns this attempt to silence the journalist. We reiterate once again; journalism is not a crime.
Peru: CFWIJ Demands Action To Prevent The Dissemination Of Hate Speech Against Journalists
Reporters, who were covering protests of Fujimori supporters, were physically assaulted by a group called “La Resistencia”. At least four women journalists were impeded and beaten following the demonstrations. The Coalition For Women In Journalism denounces the vicious attacks against journalists. We demand authorities act to prevent the dissemination of hate speech towards journalists. Journalists must freely do their job without facing any kind of threats.
Peru: CFWIJ Condemns The Physical Assault Against Journalist Stefanie Medina
Stefanie Medina, a correspondent for the Canal N and America Television was physically attacked while covering an assignment in the southern city of Ayacucho on May 19. She was kicked by a woman in the crowd and her colleague, fellow cameraman, Carlos Brown was beaten with a stick. Both journalists barely escaped the angry mob after the presidential candidate Pedro Castillo made derogatory remarks about the Press.
Peru: Paola Ugaz Faces Criminal Defamation Suit Following Smear Campaign Against Her
Investigative journalist Paola Ugaz is facing legal harassment following her investigation of allegations of sexual abuse by the Sodalicio de Vida Cristiana, an important religious organization in Peru.