JX Fund – European Fund for Journalism in Exile

Turkey ranks 165th out of 180 countries in the Reporters Without Borders press freedom index. Anyone who criticizes President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, his government or people close to him gets into trouble.

From spying through diplomatic missions and pro-government diaspora organizations to denial of consular services and outright intimidation and illegal renditions, the Turkish government has been using a wide range of tactics against its critics overseas.

In Iran, the space for independent journalism has become increasingly constrained. According to Reporters Without Borders (RSF), only North Korea, China and Vietnam currently trail Iran for their measures of press freedom.

Independent media websites blocked by the authorities in Russia and Belarus say they are disadvantaged by the Google search engine. Journalists are calling for a new algorithm.

Tatyana Margolin, co-founder of STROIKA, emphasizes the urgent need for redefining ‘home’ and the necessity of crafting new concepts of belonging in an era marked by transnational repression and forced migration. A call to reimagine ‘home’ beyond geographical confines.

The work of exiled journalists, which is key to upholding democracy and defending human rights, is being impacted through continued efforts by authoritarian governments to silence them even across borders.

As American journalism focuses on reviving local news, building connected ecosystems, and targeting infusions of philanthropic support, one of the biggest growth areas for journalism in the coming year is one that none of us would wish for — the journalism of the displaced.

The exiled Nicaraguan media outlet Confidencial cofounded the Network of Exiled Media Organizations (NEMO). The members share best practices on how to produce journalism in circumstances where they are cut off from their sources and audience, and offer one another technical advice and moral support.

Cuba, Syria, Ethiopia, Myanmar, and Hong Kong: In this roundtable, five journalists share insights on navigating exile conditions and reporting on countries they can no longer witness.

Ethiopian journalists, facing deteriorating press freedom and arrests, are increasingly seeking asylum abroad. The government’s crackdown has created a challenging environment.

MFRR partner organizations issue a warning after a press freedom mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina. This statement highlights a concerning decline in media freedom fueled by new restrictive and more.

Experiences, resilience, and pursuit of freedom: Maryam Mirza, an Iranian journalist and civil society activist, shares why she began documenting the stories of Iranian women in exile.

‘Pluralism is nearly gone’: The latest elections underscore a juncture in the existence of independent journalism in Turkey, writes Yavuz Baydar. He emphasizes the need for a revival of thinking.

This report explores the conditions for Sudanese media practitioners, offering insights and narratives to guide stakeholders toward tangible improvements. A survey, data, and detailed findings.

In exile due to Ortega’s authoritarian rule, Nicaraguan journalists describe why they persist in their work, and how they are navigating the challenges of being unable to return home.

Press freedom in Myanmar hit rock bottom after the military coup in 2021. Sonny Swe now reports from northern Thailand, delivering insights to make sense of the country’s upheaval.

Shohret Hoshur, an Uyghur-American journalist of Radio Free Asia, shares insights on his admiration for Ukrainians and his ongoing efforts to report on his community from a distance.