Slain journalist Jamal Khashoggi is among a group of journalists who were named Time Magazine’s “Person of the Year” Tuesday.
Journalism and Free Speech articles on Democracy Chronicles
A basic necessity in a democratic society, is journalism and free speech play a central role in creating a system of checks and balance, and in distributing power equally between governments, businesses, individuals, and other social entities. Access to verifiable information gathered by independent media sources, which adhere to journalistic standards, can also be of service to ordinary citizens, by empowering them with the tools they need in order to participate in the political process. Also see our articles on Civil Rights.
Documentary: Women, Social Media And The Revolution
Social media can drive social change or even spark revolutions. Women around the world use the Internet as a weapon in their struggle for equal rights.
More Than Half the World’s Population is Using the Internet
The International Telecommunication Union reports that for first time in history, half of global population is using internet with Africa on the top growth.
Editorial Cartoons Pack Powerful Messages
Editorial cartoons — also known as political cartoons — have been around as long as there’s been political discourse and dissent.
NGOs in Joint Letter to Google CEO on Project Dragonfly
We are disappointed that Google in its letter of 26 October failed to address the serious concerns of human rights groups over Project Dragonfly.
VIDEO: How Disinformation Is Taking Over The World
Governments from Pakistan to Mexico to Washington are woefully unequipped to combat disinformation warfare. Eastern Europe offers examples of the problem.
Myanmar Court’s Conviction of Kachin Activists Condemned
Myanmar authorities should quash the convictions of three ethnic Kachin activists found guilty of defaming the military, Human Rights Watch said.
Malawi NGOs Protest Amended Heavy Handed NGO Bill
The NGO Act Amendment Bill imposes heavy fines and prison sentences on NGOs and their directors should they breach the law.
Human Rights Activists Killed In Record Numbers Globally
20 years after UN adopted historic declaration to protect human rights defenders, activists are being violent attacked and killed in unprecedented numbers.
Turkey’s Stance on Khashoggi Killing Contrasts With Own Media Rights
Turkey appears to be increasing pressure on Saudi Arabia over the death of Saudi dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi in Riyadh’s Istanbul consulate.