Issue Briefs

The issue briefs in the World Trends Report series offer timely insights into new and evolving challenges in the field of freedom of expression and media development. Drawing from the expertise of specialists in the given topic, they offer key summaries of urgent issues as well as recommendations for action.

Journalism and whistleblowing: an important tool to protect human rights, fight corruption, and strengthen democracy
UNESCO
2022

UNESCO

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Safety of journalists covering trauma and distress 'Do no harm'
UNESCO
2022
UNESCO
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Finding the funds for journalism to thrive: policy options to support media viability
UNESCO
2022
UNESCO
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Freedom of expression and the safety of foreign correspondents: trends, challenges and responses
UNESCO
2021
UNESCO
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Letting the sun shine in: transparency and accountability in the digital age
UNESCO
2021
UNESCO
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The right to information in times of crisis: access to information – saving lives, building trust, bringing hope!
UNESCO
2020
UNESCO
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Safety of journalists covering protests : preserving freedom of the press during times of turmoil
UNESCO
2020
UNESCO
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Safety of journalists covering protests: preserving freedom of the press during times of turmoil; Regional highlights, July - December 2020
UNESCO
2021
UNESCO
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Journalism, press freedom and COVID-19
UNESCO
2020
UNESCO
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