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A free press plays a vital role in democracy, upholding the kind of journalism that allows people to make informed choices about their lives and communities, exposes corruption, and encourages civic engagement.

In the face of economic hardship, legal attacks, smear campaigns, and harassment, a dynamic group of news organizations across the European Union are finding new ways to push back against the forces that are undermining their ability to effectively operate, according to our latest research report, Reviving News Media in an Embattled Europe. 

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Reviving News Media in an Embattled Europe examines the playing field for independent newsrooms, and how they address issues of financial viability, and set about promoting trust and accountability. 

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Case Studies Illustrate Media Resilience in Europe

 

Based on interviews with media professionals and experts in Estonia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, and Poland, these case studies from Reviving News Media in an Embattled Europe examine emerging responses to sustain independent journalism and build resilience against pressures.

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Free Them All: A Political Prisoners Initiative

 

Freedom House is working to help free political prisoners and push back against the jailing of activists as a tool of repression. Our new website features the stories of ten brave political prisoners and illustrates the significant pressures and harms that human rights defenders face in reprisal for their work and why they need our support.

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Explore the Map

 

Our annual Nations in Transit report evaluates the state of democracy in 29 countries from Central Europe to Central Asia. Explore our interactive map and click on the countries to learn more.

 
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Freedom House in the News

 

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Mali’s Uncertain Future
(Foreign Policy)

The End of Democratic Capitalism?
(Foreign Affairs)
 
 

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NHRI & the Interactions with Civil Society: A Multi-Country Study of HRSM Programs | June 22, 2023 | 8:00 AM ET l Virtual

The Risk to Democracy: Our World and the Challenge of Authoritarian Regimes | June 22, 2023 | 5:00 PM ET l Washington, DC
 
 

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