Censorship

Censorship is the suppression of speech, public communication, or other information, on the basis that such material is considered objectionable, harmful, sensitive, or "inconvenient." Censorship can be conducted by governments, private institutions, and other controlling bodies. Governments and private organizations may engage in censorship. Other groups or institutions may propose and petition for censorship. When an individual such as an author or other creator engages in censorship of their own works or speech, it is referred to as self-censorship. General censorship occurs in a variety of different media, including speech, books, music, films, and other arts, the press, radio, television, …

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OTT: On Think Tanks · 20 November 2024 English

This report provides an in-depth overview of the global think tank landscape in 2023-2024. It examines key trends, challenges, and innovations in the sector across 95 countries, drawing insights from …

where policy advice is either subject to heavy censorship or mostly free – and all of this and more will


Amnesty International · 14 November 2024 English

Responding to the apparent police killings of seven people amid post-election protests in Nampula on 13 November 2024, Amnesty International Deputy Regional Director for East and Southern Africa, Khanyo Farisè, …

provincial capitals and border crossings. AFRICA CENSORSHIP AND FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION DETENTION INTERNATIONAL


Amnesty International · 13 November 2024 English

Reacting to the withdrawal of the draft espionage measure – dubbed the ‘agents of influence’ law – due to be voted on in Türkiye’s parliament today, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional …

organizations will no doubt remain vigilant.” CENSORSHIP AND FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION EUROPE AND CENTRAL


Amnesty International · 13 November 2024 Spanish

Nasser al-Ghamdi. Choose a language to view report English English Spanish Download PDF Campaigns Censorship and Freedom of Expression Detention Internet and Social Media Middle East and North Africa Saudi


Amnesty International · 13 November 2024 English

Nasser al-Ghamdi. Choose a language to view report English English Spanish Download PDF Campaigns Censorship and Freedom of Expression Detention Internet and Social Media Middle East and North Africa Saudi


Cato Institute · 12 November 2024 English

The election is over and the losing side is scrambling to justify its defeat. An emerging narrative is that misinformation is to blame: inaccurate reporting, misleading and biased statements from …

lack of trust in our society and institutions. Censorship and cancel culture, noble lies of the experts


Amnesty International · 11 November 2024 English

In December 2024, 211 FIFA member associations will vote on whether to approve Morocco, Portugal and Spain as hosts of the 2030 men’s World Cup and Saudi Arabia as hosts …

independent media exists, with journalists facing censorship, repression, and imprisonment. According to the


EPRS: European Parliamentary Research Service · 11 November 2024 English

Media freedom and pluralism are among the rights enshrined in the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights (Article 11) and the European Convention on Human Rights (Article 10), together with freedom …

effect' that will eventually translate into self-censorship, i.e. avoidance of certain topics, ideas or


V-Dem: Varieties of Democracy Institute · 11 November 2024 English

internet shutdowns and online Increasing the public and international costs of shutdowns through censorship. [...] Supporting organizations that track and publicize shutdown occurrences and funding the tech-

intimidation, which fosters a climate of fear and self-censorship (Gohdes Source: Business Standard (2023). 2023) and international costs of shutdowns through censorship. sanctions, punishments, and public shaming can Network Shutdowns, Case Study Login: Internet Censorship and Civil Society in the Digital Age.” Telenor Behavior and Emerging Technologies 3 (1): 169–175. Censorship, and the Dynamics of State Violence. New York:


Amnesty International · 11 November 2024 English

Two family members of the victims of the lethal state repression of 2022-2023 protests in Peru will travel to Europe to meet with international leaders to raise their concerns about …

interview, please contact press@amnesty.org AMERICAS CENSORSHIP AND FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDERS


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