India: Malicious Doxing by Right-Wing Trolls Targets Rana Ayyub, Incites Harassment
We stand in solidarity with Rana Ayyub and call for swift action to hold those responsible accountable, ensuring that this heinous targeting is met with justice.
Spain: Women Press Freedom Denounces Instagram Suspension of Cristina Fallarás for Exposing Politician's Gender-Based Violence
Women Press Freedom condemns the violation that led to the temporary suspension of journalist Cristina Fallarás' Instagram account.
India: Kolkata Journalist Sangita Ghorai Reveals Harrowing Sexual Harassment Ordeal by Communist Party Leader During Interview
Politician has reportedly been suspended, but a mere suspension is insufficient. We call for stricter action against him.
Colombia: Women Press Freedom Condemns Sexual Harassment of Maria Juliana Correa During Live Broadcast
Women Press Freedom vehemently condemns the recent harassment incident involving Red+ Noticias journalist Maria Juliana Correa during a live broadcast. Julián Andrés Gómez, president of the Duitama Council and a member of the Cambio Radical party, attempted to forcibly kiss Correa while she reported on the Colombian national team's victory over Chile.
India: Journalist Laments Police Complicity After Facing Harassment by Politician
After reporting on a sexual harassment case last month, the journalist faced offensive remarks from local politician in Badlapur.
India: Women Press Freedom Criticizes LinkedIn for Failing to Address Harassment of Journalist Nishtha Gautam
Despite her frustration and anger, LinkedIn lacks sufficient reporting tools to address the abuse she endured.
Colombia: The Bogotá Circle of Journalists’ President Suspended Over Sexual Harassment of Cielo Reyes
Women Press Freedom stands in solidarity with journalist Cielo Reyes and supports her decision to pursue legal recourse against Víctor Hugo Lucero, the incumbent president of The Bogotá Circle of Journalists (CPB), for sexually harassing her.
Australia: Legal Action by Amelia Saw Reveals Toxic Workplace Environment and Employee Mistreatment at Channel Seven
Amelia Saw has initiated legal action against Seven's Spotlight program, citing a hostile work environment, alleging a breach of protections and a toxic work environment for women, encompassing extensive working hours, bullying, and discrimination during her tenure at Seven.
India: WPF Demands Withdrawal of HRRF Award from Journalist Accused of Harassment
WPF is deeply appalled by the decision to award Umar Altaf Para - a controversial journalist accused of harassing multiple women journalists online with unsolicited messages - with the HRRF Awards by the IAM Council.