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IWPR supports local reporters, citizen journalists and civil society activists in three dozen countries in conflict, crisis and transition around the world. We contribute to peace and good governance by strengthening the ability of media and civil society to speak out. We do this by training, mentoring and providing platforms for professional and citizen reporters; building up the institutional capacity of media and civic groups; and working with independent and official partners to remove barriers to free expression, robust public debate and citizen engagement.
- PROMOTING FREE EXPRESSION
- IWPR builds the skills of professional and citizen journalists working in traditional media and in social and new media.
- STRENGTHENING ACCOUNTABILITY
- IWPR supports the capacity of civil society and human rights groups to more effectively advocate for government and institutional accountability.
- BUILDING INCLUSIVE SOCIETIES
- IWPR supports peace and reconciliation in conflict zones around the world.
SOCIAL MEDIA
BBC’S NEWSNIGHT
IWPR’s Asia & Eurasia Director Alan Davis discusses whether Facebook is losing the war against hate speech in Burma.
THE GUARDIAN
Revealed: Facebook hate speech exploded in Myanmar during Rohingya crisis
BBC NEWS
Mosul: Culture and concerts where IS once reigned
THE GUARDIAN
The west wanted Aung San Suu Kyi to be a saint. It’s no surprise she is not
BBC NEWS
Video: Weapons Of Mass Surveillance
FINANCIAL TIMES
How the front line moved online
THE WASHINGTON POST
IWPR’s Syrian journalist discusses difficulties of reporting inside Syria
CHARLIE ROSE