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?
Lekso Award: Supporting Journalism and Human Rights
Pieces highlight plight of vulnerable and underrepresented communities in Georgia.
Preserving Media Freedom Amid Conflict
Round table highlights cases in which heavy-handed officials prevented access to information.
Gender-Sensitive Reporting in Times of War
New guidelines aim to support journalists in producing ethical conflict coverage.
Ukraine: Supporting Civil Society Oversight
Resources will enable public activists, journalists and ordinary citizens to monitor state expenditures and investigate corruption.
New Centre to Tackle Disinformation in Moldova
IWPR launches one-stop shop for media and civil society to address Moldova’s hybrid threats.
Building Resilience Across the Eastern Neighbourhood
BREN aims to strengthen civil society and enhance the inclusion of women and marginalised groups.
Combating Disinformation in Venezuela
Media and NGO alliance reveals extent to which the issue affects country’s online information space.
Georgia: European Youth Parliament Meets
Event provides space for information exchange and debate.
Go Viral Festival 2023 Wraps Up in Ashgabat
Panel discussions, masterclasses, film screenings and music provides unique platform for youth across Central Asia.

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.