The webinar explored how regional human rights courts and UN mechanisms can help combat impunity for crimes against journalists. Despite widespread violence and killings, justice remains elusive — with 85% of journalist murders going unsolved globally.
Key themes included:
The role of human rights bodies (Inter-American, European, African systems, and UN bodies) in challenging impunity.
The complexities of litigation, including long proceedings, limited resources, and safety risks.
The challenges of implementing favourable judgments to ensure real-world protection for journalists.
The need for cross-regional collaboration and shared strategies to strengthen legal protections.
Our expert speakers shared insights on how legal victories, even if hard-won, can set important precedents and continue to erode impunity.
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The Media Defence Team
