“International Justice is the Servant of the World”
Leading justice expert explains why potential indictments over Gaza war could be a game-changer.
Murder Case Returns to Court After Procedural Dispute
Paratrooper accused of killing a supermarket security guard together with four accomplices.
Tuesday, 28 May ‘24
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Georgia: Anger Soars Over “Foreign Agents” Law
The new legislation leaves the country on the verge of civil confrontation and international isolation.
What’s Behind Georgia’s “Foreign Agents” Law?
IWPR Caucasus director explains the background to the controversial legislation – and what may lie ahead.
Gaza: “Everyone Has a Family in Danger”
How local journalists cover the story amid intense physical and mental peril for themselves - and their loved ones.
How to Defend a War Crimes Case
Ukrainian lawyer explains the challenges – and vital importance – of an effective defence for Russian indictees.
How Investigative Journalists Can Support Justice
Open source and undercover work helped a team from the Suspilne media outlet identify a suspect in a notorious case of the abuse of civilians.
Russian Commander Sentenced to Life Imprisonment
Two people were killed and others wounded after lieutenant colonel directed troops to shoot at Ukrainians fleeing the invasion.
Tuesday, 21 May ‘24
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Russian Commander to be Tried for Kidnapping Civilians
Accused man was identified by journalistic investigation into the so-called Don Cossack volunteer brigade.
Tuesday, 14 May ‘24
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Argentina to Consider Ukrainian Case
“It is important for us to show that crimes have no borders and Russian criminals must be caught everywhere.”
Tuesday, 7 May ‘24
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Russian Security Official to be Tried for Torture
During the occupation of Kharkiv region, the accused ordered and participated in the detention and torture of local residents.
The Courage of Local Voices
The painstaking work of proper journalism is the bedrock of our freedoms.
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.
Highlights from IWPR’s Consortium to Support Independent Journalism in Latin America (CAPIR).
An investigation by ContraCorriente, one of the investigative units IWPR supports in Honduras, revealed abuses including robbery, torture and kidnappings allegedly inflicted on citizens by police officers. The investigation also addressed how the state of emergency, in place since 2022, has allowed these abuses to occur with impunity. The authorities deny responsibility, claiming that organised criminal groups are using replica uniforms to pose as police officers.
A transnational publication by the investigative units of Plaza Pública and Criterio media revealed the huge extent of Asian cigarette smuggling in northern Central America. In addition to the health problems and millions of dollars lost to tax evasion, this also finances organised crime trafficking of drugs, weapons and humans. The investigation highlighted the failure of institutional efforts to stop this problem, aggravated by the complicity of officials who help falsify documents.
A story by the IWPR beneficiaries Guardiana and La Nube media outlets revealed the unauthorised sale of "medical preparations" to treat mental illnesses such as depression in a market in Cochabamba, one of Bolivia's largest cities. The story showed how products were marketed without information about their ingredients, including unlicensed natural remedies from Peru and Brazil. In response, the Cochabamba department of health announced it would increase the number of police operatives in the market where these products are sold.
The Oleksandra Technique: On the Road with Ukraine's Nobel Laureate
Ukraine's Nobel laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk embarks on a speaking tour across the US.
Moldova: Workshops Tackle Gender-Based Disinformation
Trainings explore how to identify, tackle and counter the phenomenon.
"Instead of Holding Guns, Let’s Hold Hands"
Regional event brings NGOs together to counteract conflict, instability and insecurity.
BREN Hague Fellowship Week
“We are going to share what we learned with our community and change some lives.”
Taylor Swift, Vladimir Putin and Kids Identifying as Cats
IWPR guide explores how malign actors use gendered narratives to disrupt societies – and lays out techniques to counter them.
New Cyber Resilience Handbook for Women Rights Groups
Guide offers civil society groups practical resources to combat online threats.
IWPR’s Latin America Work Wins Multiple Journalism Awards
Investigations have been recognised by prestigious juries representing the EU, UN and national awards.
IWPR International Women's Day Journalist of the Year
Prize to honour contributors, beneficiaries and partners working in often challenging environments.
Georgia: Peace Prize Winners Tell Tales of Reconciliation
“The root of the intractability of the conflict is the alienation between the parties.”
Lekso Award: Supporting Journalism and Human Rights
Pieces highlight plight of vulnerable and underrepresented communities in Georgia.
Preserving Media Freedom Amid Conflict
Round table highlights cases in which heavy-handed officials prevented access to information.
Gender-Sensitive Reporting in Times of War
New guidelines aim to support journalists in producing ethical conflict coverage.
Ukraine: Supporting Civil Society Oversight
Resources will enable public activists, journalists and ordinary citizens to monitor state expenditures and investigate corruption.
New Centre to Tackle Disinformation in Moldova
IWPR launches one-stop shop for media and civil society to address Moldova’s hybrid threats.
Building Resilience Across the Eastern Neighbourhood
BREN aims to strengthen civil society and enhance the inclusion of women and marginalised groups.
Combating Disinformation in Venezuela
Media and NGO alliance reveals extent to which the issue affects country’s online information space.
Ukraine Justice Report
Countering Disinformation in Moldova
Ukraine War Diary by Anthony Borden
Democratic accountability comes from journalists investigating their own societies – IWPR provides a much needed platform and support for those reporting from some of the most dangerous and difficult places in the world.
Disinformation is a major global threat , especially in conflict and post-conflict areas. IWPR performs a vital mission, building up local voices as a bulwark against this challenge.
IWPR fills a critical gap by helping local journalists to focus on human rights and justice issues. In the process, it contributes to democratic transitions, and demonstrates that the best war reporting is not about military conflict, but human consequences.