Journalists for Human Rights (JHR)

A recent Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) survey of 24 CSO leaders in Mali revealed that 92% of the CSOs have no media strategy, and 75% aren't sure how to run a campaign. JHR-Mali’s workshops for women CSO leaders are empowering them to bring their critical work into the spotlight and ensure that women’s and girls’ rights stay at the heart of Mali’s transition and reform discussions. “We now understand the best practices for communicating in the media and promoting the voice of our organizations,” said one participant. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eJRhHKVa National Endowment for Democracy

#ICYMI: The 1st episode of the Journalists for Human Rights Podcast is out! Tune in today to hear Lisa LaFlamme and Maria Ressa discuss the critical question: When disinformation spreads faster than facts, how can democracy thrive? Listen now on... 🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e2K6WmbE 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/egqGrUKC #HoldTheLine #LisaLaFlamme #MariaRessa #Rappler Journalists for Human Rights (JHR)

Happening today: This afternoon, Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) is joining an essential discussion on the growing scourge of #transnationalrepression and its impact on women journalists. Drawing from our work to support journalists-in-exile from Syria, Afghanistan, Russia, and Belarus, JHR President Rachel Pulfer will share insights on civil society's pivotal role in journalists' resettlement and continued work, as well as the issues demanding solutions. Our thanks to the Coalition for Women In Journalism for having us.

Just released: The Journalists for Human Rights Podcast’s first episode, ft #MariaRessa. In S01E01 of the #JHRPodcast, #LisaLaFlamme talks to #MariaRessa about the origin story of Rappler, the devolution of social media from a promising new avenue for journalism to a platform replete with propaganda, and her relentless battle against intimidation from the Philippine government. Listen now on... 🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e2K6WmbE 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/egqGrUKC #HoldTheLine #Rappler Journalists for Human Rights (JHR)

What an incredible night! Last week’s #Night4Rights was an huge success, and it’s all thanks to our amazing @jhrnews community—our generous sponsors, partners, donors, and guests. Together, we… ✨ Listened to an inspiring keynote by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dmitry Muratov 🎙️ Celebrated the launch of JHR's first-ever podcast, featuring the remarkable Lisa LaFlamme (subscribe today 👉  https://lnkd.in/e2K6WmbE /  https://lnkd.in/egqGrUKC ) 🌍 Reflected on a year of powerful impact 💙 Raised crucial funds to fuel our work into 2025 We’re so grateful for this incredible community. Every dollar you’ve contributed will help empower journalists around the world to report on human rights ethically and objectively. Thank you for standing with us. Head to http://jhr.ca/night4rights to check out more highlights from #N4R24!

We're live at the Cooperation Canada Futures Forum! Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) Board member Adrian Harewood and Director of Operations Amara Bangura talk about the power of community radio to catalyse positive change. Listen now 👉 https://lnkd.in/enM_-BaH Co-produced by JHR, Farm Radio, IndigiNews, and the Carleton School of Journalism with support from the Community Media Fund of Canada. #rightsmedia

📢 Exciting news from JHR! Last week at the #Night4Rights gala, Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) unveiled our first-ever podcast, hosted by the incredible #LisaLaFlamme! In season 1 of the Journalists for Human Rights Podcast, we take a hard look at the experiences of journalists in The #Philippines as they navigate one of the most dangerous landscapes for #pressfreedom in the world. Subscribe now to hear their incredible stories! Episode 1 is available now: 🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e2K6WmbE 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/egqGrUKC

We’re excited to announce the launch of a brand-new program for emerging Indigenous journalists in Canada, in partnership with the Indigenous Journalists Association (IJA), APTN News, and Google News Initiative: https://lnkd.in/eYmsPWgj The Growing Indigenous Storytellers Fellowship Program will give six fellows the opportunity to work at APTN News for six months, learn from amazing guest speakers, and travel to the 2025 Indigenous Media Conference in Albuquerque. If this sounds like something you or someone you know would be interested in, learn more about the fellowship here: https://lnkd.in/edxa5y-t 

Before we flood the Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) timeline with highlights of the incredible #Night4Rights 2024… a sneak peek at today’s post-gala treat for JHR staff: a one-on-one with our keynote speaker Dmitry Muratov. Mr Muratov was keen to hear firsthand insights from our staff on the impact of the Russian state’s actions in their countries of origin, from Mali, to Nepal, to Afghanistan. Staff also received some Novaya Gazeta merch! We're grateful to Mr Muratov for his generosity and insights, and to Olga Apollonova for her invaluable interpretation support. #DmitryMuratov #N4R24

✨ Today’s the day! ✨ We’re so excited to welcome 2021 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dmitry Muratov, Lisa LaFlamme, Rachel Pulfer, and Nathan Downer to the stage at our #Night4Rights 2024 gala tonight! A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for making this important night possible. Your support helps us continue the fight for media freedom worldwide. More about #N4R24 here: https://lnkd.in/e23VFJTE Stay tuned for updates throughout the evening! 🎉