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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · Jul 15

Our 2024 International Impact Report is out!

Learn how ARTICLE 19 worked with partners and communities to demand better and achieve real change, both locally and globally.

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International Impact Report 2024

Our 2024 International Impact Report is out! Learn how ARTICLE 19 worked with partners and communities to demand better and achieve real change, both locally and globally. https://stories.article1...

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 1d

What impact is tech having on democracy and democratic discourse? And how can civil society mobilise to bring effective change in our societies?

Up for discussion at the Open Governance Partnership global summit in Spain!

#OGPSummit #OGPSpain

Watch now:

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(EN) 2025 OGP Global Summit - Day 1

YouTube video by Open Government Partnership

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 1d

How do we mobilise civic power when accountability often seems a distant dream?

Today: ARTICLE 19's Sarah Wesonga and fellow experts discuss Resilience and Democratic Quality in Times of Crisis at the Open Governance Partnership global summit in Spain.

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Liberty @libertyhq.bsky.social · 2d

⚠️ Introducing new powers to restrict our fundamental right to protest is not the answer

During times of fear people understandably want to see action, but restricting protest further is likely to fuel tensions by taking away legal and safe ways for people to make their voices heard

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PEN International @peninternational.bsky.social · 2d

#Vietnam: On the fifth anniversary of writer and journalist Pham Doan Trang's arrest, we join a coalition of 21 rights organisations calling for her release.

Read our statement ⬇️

www.pen-international.org/news/vietnam...

#FreePhamDoanTrang

Vietnam: On 5th anniversary of writer Pham Doan Trang’s arrest, PEN International joins coalition calling for her release — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression W...

6 October 2025: Ahead of the fifth anniversary of the detention of prominent Vietnamese journalist, writer and woman human rights defender Pham Doan Trang, an international coalition of non-government...

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 2d

French photojournalist Antoni Lallican has been killed by a Russian drone attack in Ukraine.

ARTICLE 19's thoughts are with his family and with Ukrainian journalist Georgiy Ivanchenko, who was badly injured.

Journalists and other civilians must not be targets.

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“Suddenly, the Sky Darkened”: Remembering French Photojournalist Antoni Lallican Killed in a Russian Drone Strike

Antoni Lallican, a dedicated French photojournalist, tragically lost his life to a Russian drone strike while covering the war's impact in Ukraine.

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 2d

This week ARTICLE 19's Sarah Wesonga brings her
FOE & information integrity expertise to the Open Governance Partnership global summit in Madrid, discussing tech norms and digital resilience and democracy in times of crisis. #OGPSummit #OGPSpain

Find out more:

spain.ogpsummit.org/p/#/overview

ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 6d

ARTICLE 19 calls for the immediate release of journalists and activists on board the Global Sumud Flotilla.

We reiterate that under international humanitarian law, civilians – including journalists – must be protected and never targeted.

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Israel: Release detained Samud Flotilla journalists and activists - ARTICLE 19

Israel must release journalists and activists on the Global Sumud Flotilla and uphold international humanitarian law by protecting civilians.

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 6d

In Nigeria, people must feel free to express themselves without fear.

"Independence is not merely a historical milestone. It’s an ongoing commitment to uphold freedom, justice & human dignity." – Regional Director Alfred Nkuru Bulakali, ARTICLE 19 West Africa

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Nigeria: Free expression is key to strengthen sovereignty - ARTICLE 19

As Nigeria commemorates 65 years of independence from British colonial rule, ARTICLE 19 West Africa reflects on the country’s journey toward sovereignty, freedom of expression, and democratic governan...

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 7d

Govts of #Iraq #Jordan #Tunisia #Algeria #Egypt #Lebanon #Morocco + all countries in the MENA region must uphold commitments under international law & implement RTI laws in line with int'l standards – fundamental to the enjoyment of other human rights.
#IDUAI2025

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MENA: Setbacks and persistent challenges to the right to information - ARTICLE 19

The right to information in the Middle East and North Africa continues to be held back by legal, institutional, and cultural challenges.

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 8d

Today at #IDUAI2025: What role does civil society play in advocating access to environmental information?

Freedom of Information Advocates Network, ARTICLE 19 Eastern Africa & other experts & advocates shared best practices to promote accountability and participation

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IFEX @ifex.org · 8d

#Malaysia 🇲🇾 Civil society groups reiterate that the independent Information Commission "must act as a watchdog to ensure that the public’s right to know is upheld and that public bodies cannot arbitrarily deny access to information." @article19.bsky.social

Malaysia's Freedom of Information Act must guarantee independence, accountability and public trust - IFEX

Civil society groups reminded authorities that the planned law requires cohesive reforms to ensure that no existing legislation hinders its impact.

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 9d

Manila hosts this year’s International Day for Universal Access to Information #IDUAI2025

This year’s theme: Ensuring Access to Environmental Information in the Digital Age.

How can open data tools & tech help us tackle the climate crisis?

Find out more:

www.unesco.org/en/articles/...

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 12d

Following a 3-day mission to Sofia, ARTICLE 19 joined media freedom partners in urging Bulgaria to take bold steps to protect journalists and media freedom – including by implementing reforms under the #EMFA and taking firm action against #SLAPPs

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Bulgaria: Press freedom undermined by political polarisation and delayed reforms - ARTICLE 19

The government must implement both domestic and EU-mandated reforms to protect media freedom and journalists in Bulgaria.

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 12d

A curious case of bribery, cybercrime and a judge has renewed fears about the safety of journalists in Kenya.

Collins Kweyu was arrested, released, summoned. Now he is a key witness.

Press freedom groups call for clarity from authorities, but also accountability.

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Arrested Standard journalist Collins Kweyu turns state witness

Standard journalist Collins Kweyu, arrested in Nairobi last week, now turns state witness amid press freedom concerns in Kenya

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 13d

At #FIFAfrica2025 tomorrow.

Cross-Regional Lessons: Why we need human rights protection for inclusive digitalisation in North Africa

ARTICLE 19's Eastern Africa, West Africa & MENA teams tackle the ongoing challenges in harnessing the digital economy

Watch here:

www.youtube.com/live/uFjo78l...

Forum on Internet Freedom in Africa 2025 - Opening

YouTube video by Collaboration on International ICT Policy in East and Southern Africa (CIPESA)

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 13d

Microsoft's block on Israel using its tech for mass surveillance of Palestinians must be the first step.

Other companies must stop their tools & services being used to violate human rights.

Activists & investigative journalists, keep up the good work.

www.theguardian.com/world/2025/s...

Microsoft blocks Israel’s use of its technology in mass surveillance of Palestinians

Exclusive: Tech firm ends military unit’s access to AI and data services after Guardian reveals secret spy project

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 13d

Important UK statement on the Secretary General's report outlining threats to human rights defenders who work with the UN – and highlighting tactics against Hong Kong activists Anna Kwok and @carmenlau.bsky.social, Belarus’ @freeviasna.org and Vietnam’s Y Quynh Bdap.

www.gov.uk/government/n...

UN Human Rights Council 60: UK Statement on the report of the Secretary General on cooperation with the UN, its representatives and mechanisms in the field of Human Rights

UK Statement for the Interactive dialogue on the report of the Secretary-General on cooperation with the United Nations, its representatives and mechanisms in the field of Human Rights. Not delivered ...

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 14d

We join our human rights and free expression partners in condemning the 4-yr sentence for Chinese journalist and whistleblower Zhang Zhan.

Diplomats and governments around the world must demand her release.

www.reuters.com/world/china/...

Chinese COVID whistleblower sentenced to 4 more years in jail, group says

A Chinese journalist jailed for four years after documenting the early phases of the COVID-19 outbreak from the pandemic's epicentre was sentenced on Friday to four more years in prison, Reporters Without Borders said.

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 15d

This week, we're at #FIFAfrica25 !

24 Sept: ARTICLE 19 East Africa, GIBS, Oversight Lab +MISA Panel on Big Tech
26 Sept: Cross-regional lessons for inclusive digitalisation in North Africa with our MENA and West Africa colleagues
26 Sept: Power, Platforms & the People
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Forum on Internet Freedom in Africa (FIFAFRICA) – Growing the #InternetFreedomAfrica Community

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 15d

We celebrate Alaa's freedom after being unjustly jailed for so many years. He should have never been there.

And we echo his mother Laila Soueif – whose campaign for her son's release was so incredibly inspiring – when she says she won't rest until there are no political prisoners in Egypt.

Mai El-Sadany @maitelsadany.bsky.social · 15d

علاء علي الاسفلت!!!!

Alaa is HOME and FREE!!!

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 15d

The UN Special Rapporteurs’ communication on transnational repression reports on rising violations against activists and minorities.

Read more about these cases and China's targeting of Hong Kong, Tibetan & Uyghur protest movements around the world ⬇️

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 16d

A day we’ve all been waiting for – the incredible news that Egypt has pardoned Alaa Ab el-Fattah after many long years behind bars.

Looking forward to hearing from his family that he’s walked out of prison a free man.

Erin A. Snider @erinsnider.bsky.social · 16d

Huge news here today in Egypt:

President Sisi pardons Alaa Abd El-Fattah after years of imprisonment & repeated hunger strikes.

Egypt's President Sisi pardons high-profile Egyptian-British activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah, al Qahera news says

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi pardoned high-profile Egyptian-British activist, Alaa Abd el-Fattah, after a lengthy imprisonment and repeated hunger strikes that prompted international pleas for his release, Al Qahera news said on Monday.

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 16d

UN Rapporteurs' new communication on China's transnational repression, including research from ARTICLE 19 & @thecfhk.bsky.social on arrest warrants for Hong Kongers in US, UK & Australia, reports rising attacks on activists + ethnic & religious minorities

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ARTICLE 19 @article19.bsky.social · 17d

Today, a referendum in #Guinea could pave the way for elections and the restoration of democratic values.

Authorities must protect fundamental rights and guarantee a fair, inclusive, transparent process.

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Guinea: Referendum must pave way for restoration of democratic values - ARTICLE 19

Restrictions on the media and political parties suggest Guinea's constitutional referendum is a power grab, not a restoration of democracy.