Bakery Row Highlights Tensions in Syria's East
Sensitivities heightened as refugees add to burdens placed on government-held area.
Warring Factions Bring Chaos to Syrian Civilians
Ordinary people say their lives are at risk due to disputes between rival rebel groups.
Innovative Funding Programme for Libyan Media
IWPR running grants scheme to help media outlets grow and develop.
IWPR Radio Reports Promote Transitional Justice in Syria
Issues include human rights, accountability, reconciliation and refugees.
Syria: Sharia Courts Impose Justice in Rebel-Held Idlib
Rebel factions say they support court but want their own men on it.
Syrians Flee Aleppo for Turkey
Heavy air raids force thousands to flee city to seek refuge across the border.
Syrians in Jordan Struggle to Integrate
Many face hostility from locals due to competition over jobs and other resources.
Azerbaijanis on Both Sides of Syrian Conflict
Religious affiliation – Shia or Sunni – determines which side volunteers take.
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IWPR Women’s Prize for Journalism
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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.