International Women's Media Foundation

IWMF Stands with Mónica Velásquez Villacís and Andersson Boscán In Ecuador, investigative journalist and 2024 Courage in Journalism Awardee Mónica Velásquez Villacís and her co-worker Andersson Boscán are facing grave danger for their reporting on corruption and international drug trafficking. Their work with La Posta has uncovered significant failures within the Ecuadorian Attorney General’s Office, revealing how these oversights have allowed criminal networks to operate with impunity. Instead of addressing these critical issues, the Attorney General has launched a public attack against Mónica and Andersson, accusing them of being a “resonance box” for crime. These unfounded allegations have put them in an extremely vulnerable position, to the point where they require protection as “witnesses” from the very institution that is targeting them. The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) urgently calls for global support to protect Mónica and Andersson. Their situation is a stark reminder of the threats journalists face worldwide. This is not just about two journalists; it is about defending the fundamental right to free and independent media. We urge global attention and for the international community to stand with Mónica and Andersson. Demand accountability and transparency from Ecuadorian authorities. Advocate for the safety and protection of Mónica, Andersson, and their colleagues.

ACOS Alliance Launches Security Training Program for Editors in LATAM We are excited to amplify a new initiative aimed at empowering editors and newsroom managers who are essential in assigning stories and making key editorial decisions. Duration: September 16 - October 8, 2024 Format: Online Components: - Access to the course "The Fundamentals of Security" - Three webinars distributed over the month - 60 minutes of individual mentoring after course completion Limited Availability: We are offering 10 to 12 FREE spots for eligible participants. Time Commitment: A minimum of 15 hours over the course of four weeks. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://lnkd.in/ekg_5D6d

Join us in D.C. for the IWMF Newsroom Safety Across America training on Sept 23, 2024! This free, one-day workshop is for freelance & staff journalists to boost safety skills. Space is limited—apply by Sept 9, 2024! 📝 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/evqR-K8a

The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) welcomes the Philippine Court of Appeals' decision to overturn the 2018 order to shut down Rappler, co-founded by Nobel laureate Maria Ressa. This ruling is a vital affirmation of press freedom in the Philippines. The IWMF urges the judiciary to promptly drop the remaining two court cases against Rappler and Ressa, as these ongoing legal challenges threaten independent journalism and accountability in the country. https://lnkd.in/grBDUN9t

Exciting Opportunity for Women & Non-Binary Journalists! 🌟 The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) is offering reporting grants for stories on reproductive health, rights and justice in Latin America, the Caribbean, and the United States. If you are a woman or non-binary journalist with 3+ years of experience, we encourage you to apply. - Deadline: August 12, 2024 - Multimedia teams are especially welcome to apply How to Apply: Submit your application here:  https://lnkd.in/efhazrpS This is an incredible opportunity to produce impactful, in-depth journalism on a critical issue. If you have the passion and skills to tell these important stories, we want to hear from you!

Exciting news! The International Women’s Media Foundation is partnering with the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press to host a Newsroom Safety Across America training in Washington, D.C. on September 23, 2024. This free workshop offers crucial safety training for journalists. Limited spots are available, so apply by September 9, 2024. 🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/evqR-K8a

U.S.-Russian citizen and RFE/RL editor Alsu Kurmasheva has been freed as part of a prisoner swap between Russia and Western nations. After a 9-month detention and unjust conviction for “fake news,” Alsu can finally reunite with her loved ones. Also released: WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan. No journalist should ever face imprisonment for doing their job. We celebrate Alsu’s release and continue to advocate for all journalists unjustly detained worldwide. #PressFreedom #JournalismIsNotACrime

The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is working to enhance the safety and protection of journalists and media workers globally, addressing physical, legal, psychosocial, and digital threats. With a focus on women and vulnerable groups, we leverage our collective expertise to build a comprehensive safety net through a rights-based feminist approach. Opportunity Alert! The IWMF is offering identity-informed newsroom training in Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. These trainings include: - Initial consultations with safety experts - Customized training sessions - Adaptable policy templates - Real-life policy examples If your newsroom needs safety support, complete our intake form today here: https://bit.ly/45YckaG

We are delighted to announce that Alicia Chen has been selected as the 2025 Elizabeth Neuffer Fellow by the International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF). Alicia, a Taiwanese journalist and filmmaker, will have the opportunity to report on human rights and social justice at news outlets such as The Boston Globe and The New York Times. With over seven years of experience, Alicia has covered critical issues like forced migration and political repression. We also congratulate Aigerim Turgunbaeva from Kyrgyzstan, our 2025 runner-up, for her exceptional work on human rights in Central Asia. #Journalism #IWMF #ElizabethNeufferFellowship

Join us online July 30 for the free webinar “Protecting mental health in the face of online and offline attacks,” part of U.S. Election Safety Summer! This training will discuss how trauma affects journalists, navigating mental health and self-care, and the resources available to journalists. This is part of a series of six 90-minute webinars with safety tools for journalists covering the U.S. election and election-related events organized by the Committee to Protect Journalists, the International Women's Media Foundation and PEN America. Register now: cpj.org/safetysummer6 or https://lnkd.in/eBawUWTd