Film Festival Shows a Different Iraq
London documentary screenings focus on culture as well as the struggle of daily life in Iraq.
Political Representation Key Issue for Women
Women’s rights activists vow to fight for stronger political role.
A Dangerous Occupation
Kidnapping, murder and arrest are the price of doing business in the most dangerous country in the world to practice journalism.
Blind Seek Dignity Through Education
Visually impaired Kurds face discrimination, but many are determined to learn despite the obstacles.
Zimbabwe: Mine Nationalisation Fears
Foreign investors nervous about Mugabe's plan to place country’s mines in state hands.
Herceg-Bosna Trial Gets Under Way
Prosecutors open trial against six Bosnian Croats charged with ethnic cleansing of Muslims.
Armenia: Alarm at Russian Gas Deal
Gas prices to stay low - but the opposition says the political cost is too high.
A Baghdad Security Guard's Tale
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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.
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Ukraine Justice: “Reporting the Story is Just the Start”
Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
Activists warn that vulnerable domestic workers risk abuse, often returning with serious health conditions.
Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.