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Serbia: OK Radio owner Olivera Vladković, staff Threatened, Harassed By Local Influential Businessman
The Coalition For Women In Journalism calls for immediate legal action to secure leading independent radio station OK Radio owner Olivera Vladković and its staff.
Ukraine: Journalists Sevgil Musaieva and Sonya Lukashova Threatened With Death For Reporting Government 'Exaggerations' About Russia's Crimes
Sevgil Musaieva, and Sonya Lukashova, chief editor and correspondent of the independent Ukrainian news website Ukrainska Pravda, were threatened online and via phone calls.
Tajikistan: Exiled Journalist Anora Sarkorova’s Family Questioned Over Her Coverage About Deadly Protests In The Region
Exiled journalist Anora Sarkorova’s family was briefly detained on June 27 and questioned them about the deadly protests in May she covered in Gorno-Badakhshan.
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Journalist Nataša Miljanović-Zubac’s Car Destroyed In A Fire And Investigated Suspicion Of Arson Attack
Journalist Nataša Miljanović-Zubac’s car was destroyed in a park while parked at her home in the town of Trebinje.
United States: Police Assault Journalist Tina Desiree Berg During Abortion Rights Protests
Police assaulted Tina Desiree Berg, host of the 34thpod podcast and journalist with Status Coup, during protests for abortion rights in Los Angeles, California.
Brazil: Juliana Dal Piva Ordered To Pay Damages To Bolsonaro Lawyer For Publishing Threats He Sent “Privately”
A civil court has ordered Juliana Dal Piva to pay damages to lawyer Frederick Wassef for making public threatening messages he sent her.
Iran: CFWIJ Supports BBC Complaint Against Harassment Of Employees
The BBC registered an urgent complaint with the United Nations on February 10 regarding the persistent harassment of its employees associated with BBC Persian.
Italy: CFWIJ Condemns Attacks Against Italian Journalist Selvaggia Lucarelli
Italian protesters against Covid-19 Green Pass attacked, intimidated and insulted Selvaggia Lucarelli, a journalist covering the rally for the Rome-based newspaper Domani.
Russia: CFWIJ Concerned About Journalist Names On Country’s “Foreign Agent” List
On the same day that Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov’s Nobel Peace Prize was announced, the Russian authorities added the names of eight journalists alongside several news media organizations to its “foreign agent” list. Four among these eight journalists are women. The controversial foreign agent law adopted by the Russian Ministry of Justice places journalists and news media organizations under intense financial surveillance and scrutiny and has long been criticized for being a means to silence the press. The Coalition For Women In Journalism denounces this move by the Russian authorities.
Slovenia: CFWIJ Demands Swift Investigation Into The Perpetrators Threatened Journalist Eugenija Carl
A suspicious delivery of white powder and a threatening letter arrived at the public broadcaster RTV Slovenia, addressed to journalist Eugenija Carl. The journalist eyes water after contacting the suspicious dust. She had a bitter taste in her mouth and a burning sensation in her throat and nose. The Coalition For Women In Journalism (CFWIJ) is appalled by the vicious attack against the journalist. We demand Slovenian authorities to conduct a swift investigation to find the perpetrators and ensure Eugenija’s safety.
India: CFWIJ is Appalled at The Harassment Incident Faced by Trishna Das
Trishna Das, a freelance journalist was reportedly harassed by a group of people who appeared to be transgenders. The incident took place in a bus when she was travelling to Goalpara, in Assam on September 13. Trishna shared the disturbing details in a Facebook post. She was verbally abused and threatened with death. When she tried to record the scene, one person spat on her face which was extremely offensive and concerning given the COVID-19 pandemic situation. The CFWIJ demands police take action against the perpetrators and ensure Trisha remains safe.
Belarus: CFWIJ Demands Journalist Yanina Melnikova’s Release Immediately
The editor of the "Green Portal", Yanina Melnikova was detained for 72 hours and yet not released. Security forces raided the journalist's house and took Yanina for interrogation. She is still under custody. The Coalition For Women In Journalism (CFWIJ) demands authorities to release her immediately. Journalism is not a crime.
United States: CFWIJ is Appalled By The Threats Faced By Susan Slusser
A sportswriter and beat reporter for the San Francisco Giants, Susan Slusser was accosted by a drunk man as she left Oracle Park after the game on Sunday, September 5. In a tweet, the journalist shared the incident and mentioned she was rescued by a group of Los Angeles fans. The CFWIJ is alarmed by the threats she endured. Susan was fortunate that the fans intervened, otherwise, the situation could have escalated quickly. The CFWIJ demands authorities apprehend the aggressor involved in the incident.
South Sudan: CFWIJ Condemns The Interrogation Against Journalists Maura Ajak And Yom Manas
Security forces confiscated three journalists' equipment, two of whom were women, while following the opening of parliament by President Salva Kiir in Juba's Freedom Hall. Journalists were also briefly detained. The Coalition For Women In Journalism (CFWIJ) condemns the impediment against journalists. We demand authorities to end intimidation policies against journalists in the country. Journalists must freely do their jobs.
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.