World Press Freedom Day 2019

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Around 1000 participants and high-profile speakers are expected to attend the event, including representatives from governmental and international organizations, the media, academia and civil society. Since 1993, when the UN General Assembly declared 3 May World Press Freedom, this day has represented an opportunity to celebrate the fundamental principles of press freedom and develop joint … Continue reading World Press Freedom Day 2019

World Press Freedom Day 2021

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The event acts as a reminder to governments of the need to respect their commitment to press freedom and is also a day of reflection among media professionals about issues of press freedom and professional ethics. For more information on the event, please click here.