WPF unequivocally condemns the derogatory and sexist remarks made by prominent orthopedic doctor Omer Adil against renowned journalist Gharidah Farooqi and other women media professionals during an online program hosted by vlogger Zohaib Saleem Butt on July 25, 2024.

WPF stands in solidarity with Narinder Kaur, the recent target of actor-turned-politician Laurence Fox, who callously shared an indecent image of her, an illegal act in the UK.

Football coach Ismet Munishi diminishes Radio Television of Kosovo sports journalist Qëndresa Krelani.

GB News has taken action against host Laurence Fox following derogatory comments he made about journalist Ava Evans during a live discussion.

TV presenter Eilidh Barbour and sports journalist Gabriella Bennet have called out sexist and crass humor at the gala dinner.

After a six-year long trial, the court finalized the case of former shuttered Taraf newspaper executives and reporters.

Duvar English editor Neşe İdil was targeted by an online harassment campaign and threatened.

The widespread hate campaign against journalists of color escalated on Monday with two more women journalists receiving threatening and abusive emails. At least 17 journalists were targeted after right-wing politician Maxime Bernier tweeted a provocative message inciting his supporters. Freelance sports journalist Shireen Ahmed and CBC host Angela Sterritt were the latest targets of the ongoing hate campaign, weaponized racist and misogynistic language to threaten, intimidate and silence journalists of color. Maxime’s tweet has since been deleted but the organised campaign against journalists has continued unabated, with many of the vile emails sent from the same email account.

At least 18 journalists received vile emails after right-wing politician Maxime Bernier tweeted a provocative message to his followers. Displeased by their coverage of his work, and their line of inquiry, Bernier encouraged his supporters to “play dirty”, thus initiating a violent targeted harassment campaign. He even went so far as to publish the email addresses of some of the journalists online, making them vulnerable to online abuse. Although later taken down by Twitter, the journalists faced hostile digital attacks as a result of his tweets.

Journalist Saba Eitizaz received misogynist, racist and threatening emails as part of a malicious campaign launched against women journalists and women in colour.

At least eight women journalists received vile emails after right-wing politician Maxime Bernier tweeted a provocative message to his followers. Displeased by their coverage of his work, and their line of inquiry, Bernier encouraged his supporters to “play dirty”, thus initiating a violent targeted harassment campaign. He even went so far as to publish the email addresses of some of the journalists online, making them vulnerable to online abuse. Although later taken down by Twitter, the journalists faced hostile digital attacks as a result of his tweets.

Norma Saliba, the head of PBS News, was subjected to sexist slurs by controversial commentator Leone Ganado. His comments were posted during a live stream Norma was hosting with Nationalist Party leader Bernard Grech. Leone made sexist remarks directed at Norma and later called her a political prostitute. Norma filed a complaint with the Institute of Maltese Journalists (IGM) and requested Leone retract his hurtful comments. After widespread criticism, Leone issued an apology and swore to never cross the line in the future. CFWIJ condemns the humiliation Leone Ganado inflicted on Norma, and we hope he will sincerely stand by his apology.

Broadcaster turned politician Basil Zempilas made reprehensible remarks towards his female co-host. While hosting the morning show, Mr. Zempilas referred to Jenna finding a seat on the floor at the attorney general's press conference earlier that week. The mayor commented that he saw Jenna Clarke before "in jeans and on your knees". The sexist remarks of Mr. Zempilas sparked controversy on Twitter. CFWIJ condemns the derogatory remarks made by the mayor, and we ask him to issue an apology.

Washington Post correspondent Seung Min Kim was subjected to racist and sexist attacks. The hateful attacks against the journalist were followed by a picture of her with senator Lisa Murkowski. The journalist inquired Murkowski about an old tweet of Neera Tanden, a nominee for director office. As Murkowski was unaware of the tweet, Kim showed it on her phone and included the senators' reaction in her story. Kim did exactly what any reporter should have done i.e, present the information if the subject is unaware of it. CFWIJ stands in solidarity with Kim and condemns the racist and sexist attacks on the journalist.

Hundreds of women journalists have gathered in rallies to denounce misogyny, extending solidarity to victims of sexual harassment and assault in Malawi. Female journalists have called for stringent measures against sexual offenders. The Coalition For Women In Journalism applauds these gestures of unity and supports the demands made by women journalists across Malawi.