Sudanese Refugees Pay Price for an Ethiopian Conflict
Many thousands have escaped war in their own country only to find themselves trapped between government forces and local militia.
Georgia’s Violent Crackdown on Journalists
Media workers covering the ongoing protests report being directly targeted amid extreme brutality.
Georgia: “This is Our Last Chance to Fight for a European Future”
Young activist describes “anger and hope” of the nightly demonstrations in central Tbilisi.
The Winners and Losers of Ghana’s Gold Rush
Villagers are routinely shut out of negotiations by cartels who profit from land grabs.
“Is Syria Now the Same Country I Left?"
This has given people across the whole region hope.
Syria: “Can I Just Be Happy Today?”
It’s like a miracle. Not a single drop of blood was shed in Damascus.
Syria: “Right Now I Am Not Afraid”
Many of us wanted change but couldn’t express it because of our extreme fear.
LGBTI Ghanaians Left With Nowhere To Turn
“The police service is the most homophobic institution; reporting only puts you at risk."
The Sexual Assault Crisis Plaguing Ugandan Schools
Why do crimes committed by teachers so often go unpunished?
Reporting War Crimes Trials in Ukraine
Ukraine Justice Report
IWPR project will document long, painful and essential journey to bring Russia’s military impunity to an end.
Central Asian Analysts Meet Georgia’s Vibrant Civil Society
Cross-border visit supports delegates’ research and analytical skills and builds regional cooperation.
Vietnam: Former IWPR Mentor Receives International Press Freedom Award
Imprisoned writer honoured for her tireless work seeking to hold authorities to account.
Go Viral Festivals Spark Collaboration Across Central Asia
Events travel to region’s five capitals with the aim of inspiring creativity and cross-border connections.
Moldovan Journalists Explain High Cost of Disinformation
Media literacy seminars in more remote parts of the country highlight danger of fake news.
Moldovan Media Learn New Skills to Build Resilience
Programme provides emergency response to fighting fake news surrounding the Ukraine conflict.
Go Viral Festival Gathers Thousands in Dushanbe
IWPR’s cross-regional project provides a unique platform for journalists, entrepreneurs, filmmakers and artists to connect.
Marie Colvin’s Books Donated to Mosul Library
Collection to serve as the basis for new centre to inspire future researchers and reporters from the Iraqi city.
IWPR Hosts Third Annual LEADx
Programme’s support for emerging leaders across Eastern Partnership particularly important in light of Ukraine war.

Voices for Change, Africa

Building Resilience in the Eastern Neighbourhood (BREN)

Countering Disinformation in Moldova













IWPR Women’s Prize for Journalism
IWPR’s inaugural award for outstanding journalism recognises the work of our network of women reporters worldwide. Working in often challenging environments, these journalists face additional threats such as harassment, gender-based violence and systemic misogyny.













World Press Freedom Day 2024
On World Press Freedom Day we focus on local journalists facing myriad challenges in the tireless pursuit of truth and their enduring efforts to bring meaningful change.
Democratic accountability comes from journalists investigating their own societies – IWPR provides a much needed platform and support for those reporting from some of the most dangerous and difficult places in the world.
Disinformation is a major global threat , especially in conflict and post-conflict areas. IWPR performs a vital mission, building up local voices as a bulwark against this challenge.
IWPR fills a critical gap by helping local journalists to focus on human rights and justice issues. In the process, it contributes to democratic transitions, and demonstrates that the best war reporting is not about military conflict, but human consequences.