JX Fund – European Fund for Journalism in Exile

Independent Afghan newspaper Etilaatroz faces challenges after the Taliban’s return in 2021. Journalists emphasize the importance of international support for press freedom, legal aid, and training.

Exiled Afghan journalist Zahra Nader confronts Taliban oppression. Her news outlet Zan Times investigates issues like suicides and forced marriages, involving both in-country and exiled journalists.

The Pakistani government plans to deport 1.7 million undocumented Afghans. The international community has called on Pakistan to suspend the deportation plan and provide assistance to refugees.

More vetting, and less ego: Collaboration in investigative journalism is essential for efficiency, security, and broader impact, as this article demonstrates.

These key insights highlight how newsrooms are incorporating YouTube Shorts into their media strategies to engage new viewers – a playbook on creating and monetizing.

Exiled investigative newsrooms are advised to establish emergency action plans. Seeking support when safe and demonstrating the importance of the work can contribute to sustaining operations in exile.

GFMD‘s latest study ‘Transforming Media’ sheds light on the daily challenges faced by members in securing funds and meeting donor expectations for reporting and accountability.

Covering legal aspects, conflict-related issues, open-source research, and more, the guide provides expertise on investigating war crimes, featuring insights from over two dozen specialists.

This report highlights the Taliban’s controlled media strategy, allowing room for resilience. Despite ongoing repression, media in exile is gaining strength, effectively countering disinformation.

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) highlights the vital role of encryption for journalists, offering insights and recommended tools to enhance data and communication security online.

Bypassing secrecy: RTI is opening doors for international collaboration in journalism. This and other tools will enrich journalistic arsenals, offering pathways into public and private realms.

This map catalogs countries with Right to Information laws, including a rating for law scope, fee details, requester eligibility, and additional resources.

Two new solidarity centers have been launched by the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ), with the support of UNESCO.

Media outlets shrink, but resilience endures, particularly in exile. Afghan journalists defy Taliban repression, yet women encounter heightened challenges. RSF plays a vital role in providing support.

The US initiated a resettlement program for Afghan citizens, but the process has been delayed, leaving many women journalists in precarious conditions in Pakistan. The author calls for alternatives.

In this article, discover how chatbots may reinvent news writing, with AI playing a crucial role in helping newsrooms connect with readers and reach new audiences.

Addressing the unique digital security challenges of exiled journalists, the guide outlines practical steps to enhance safety against hacking, online harassment, and website attacks.