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LNJAR offers legal assistance to journalists worldwide

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published June 17, 2024

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LNJAR offers legal assistance to journalists worldwide

The Legal Network for Journalists at Risk (LNJAR) offers legal assistance to journalists and independent media globally. LNJAR's mission is to safeguard journalists and newsrooms, enabling them to work without fear of reprisal. It provides comprehensive support throughout journalists' legal proceedings. LNJAR includes member organizations and a steering committee featuring the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), Media Defence, and the Thomson Reuters Foundation. Additionally, it develops practical legal resources to help journalists navigate challenges posed by weaponized legal tactics.

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James B. Steele Fellowship offers full support for aspiring business journalists

James B. Steele Fellowship offers full support for aspiring business journalists

 November 04, 2024:  The James B. Steele Fellowship in Investigative Business Journalism offers aspiring journalists comprehensive training and a master's degree from the Cronkite School to develop skills in holding corporations accountable and delivering essential news to the public.

Tarbell grants boost AI journalism with awards up to $15,000

Tarbell grants boost AI journalism with awards up to $15,000

 October 31, 2024:  Tarbell Grants offer awards of $1,000 to $15,000 for journalists covering artificial intelligence. These grants support investigative and explanatory stories on AI’s impacts, company practices, and policy lobbying efforts. Apply now to make a difference in AI accountability.

Apply for the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellowship 2024

Apply for the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellowship 2024

 October 21, 2024:  Join the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program, an international fellowship for democracy advocates, journalists, and scholars. Spend five months at the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) in Washington, D.C., conducting independent research on global democratic development.

Knight-Wallace Journalism Fellowship open for mid-career journalists

Knight-Wallace Journalism Fellowship open for mid-career journalists

 October 08, 2024:  Mid-career journalists from the U.S. and abroad can apply for the Knight-Wallace Journalism Fellowship at the University of Michigan. This prestigious fellowship offers a year of academic study with a stipend of US$85,000.

Spotlight on migrant workers: Join the ILO's Global Media Competition

Spotlight on migrant workers: Join the ILO's Global Media Competition

 October 06, 2024:  The International Labour Organization (ILO) invites journalists to participate in its 10th Global Media Competition, aiming to promote fair and balanced reporting on labor migration. Join the initiative to highlight the positive contributions of migrant workers and combat discrimination. SUBMISSIONS CLOSED

Join the fight against disinformation: ICFJ's Solutions Challenge 2024 seeks bold ideas

Join the fight against disinformation: ICFJ's Solutions Challenge 2024 seeks bold ideas

 September 20, 2024:  The ICFJ's 2024 Solutions Challenge is now open! Media innovators, tech experts, and problem-solvers are invited to submit ideas for combating global disinformation. Join the challenge today! ENTRIES CLOSED

UN Biodiversity Conference: Media accreditation now open

UN Biodiversity Conference: Media accreditation now open

 August 22, 2024:  The UN Biodiversity Conference is accepting media accreditation for COP 16 in Colombia this fall. The event will focus on the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. Apply for accreditation by August 31, 2024. SUBMISSIONS CLOSED

Apply now for the Chevening Scholarship Program

Apply now for the Chevening Scholarship Program

 August 18, 2024:  The Chevening Scholarship Program is now open for journalists. Funded by the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office, these scholarships offer full or partial funding for a one-year postgraduate degree at a UK university.

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Asma Shirazi hits back, calling Moeed Pirzada's criticism 'political hypocrisy'

Asma Shirazi hits back, calling Moeed Pirzada's criticism 'political hypocrisy'

 November 09, 2024 In a sharp rebuttal, anchor Asma Shirazi responded to Moeed Pirzada's allegations, calling him a one-time puppet of the establishment and questioning his commitment to democratic values and human rights.

Journalists face new restrictions on recording in National Assembly

Journalists face new restrictions on recording in National Assembly

 November 08, 2024 The National Assembly of Pakistan has banned all video recording within Parliament House, citing privacy concerns raised by lawmakers over journalists’ interviews being posted on social media without consent. Violators may face confiscation of devices and restricted access.

Journalist Moeed Pirzada criticizes Asma Shirazi's comments on UK deportations

Journalist Moeed Pirzada criticizes Asma Shirazi's comments on UK deportations

 November 08, 2024 Pakistani journalist Moeed Pirzada, living in exile, criticizes TV anchor Asma Shirazi for enthusiastically supporting the deportation of Pakistanis in the UK who protested against former Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Esa, accusing her of disregarding democracy and free speech.

Geo News faces 'technical glitch' on Trump-Imran Khan mention

Geo News faces 'technical glitch' on Trump-Imran Khan mention

 November 06, 2024 Geo News' coverage of the US elections took an unusual turn when the mention of Imran Khan was silenced on air. A "technical fault" muted Donald Trump’s remarks as he reportedly discussed the former Pakistani PM.

Dare to investigate? Asad Ali Toor confronts investigative journalists on Panjutha's abduction

Dare to investigate? Asad Ali Toor confronts investigative journalists on Panjutha's abduction

 November 04, 2024 Journalist Asad Ali Toor has challenged Pakistan's investigative journalists, calling them "touts of the establishment," to cover the recent kidnapping of Imran Khan's lawyer, Intizar Hussain Panjutha, who was found beaten and tortured. In a widely circulated video, Toor questioned their integrity and called for unbiased investigation into the case.