Giving Voice to Young Lebanese
IWPR project boosts youth participation in municipal life with the aim of increasing transparency and good governance.
Iraqi Election Coverage
Over 200 journalists participate in workshops - involving practical assignments and classroom instruction - aimed at preparing them for reporting on the country’s elections.
Four Years On, War Still Alive in Lebanese Minds
Adults and children in south Lebanon still suffer the psychological effects of the devastating 2006 conflict.
Local Governments Oppose Baghdad Gas Deals
Provinces angered by energy auctions which officials say may have violated the Iraqi constitution.
Tripoli: Little Reward for Political Loyalty
Residents of poor Tripoli neighbourhoods display election posters despite municipal ban and an apparent lack of political interest in their plight.
Iraq: Aug/Sep ‘10
Joint IWPR-IREX conference highlights the important role information technology could play in the country’s development.
Event Shows How New Media Can Shape Iraqi Democracy
Joint IWPR-IREX conference highlights the important role information technology could play in the country’s development.
School Dropouts Tarnish Tripoli's Image
Children abandoning education has become an alarming phenomenon in the more disadvantaged neighbourhoods of Tripoli.
Iran: Marziyeh's Mountain Café
Female restaurant-owner breaks mould in a business dominated by men.
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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.