Women in Media

 Published last year:  Dr. Sadia Kamal has made history by becoming the first female president of the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ-Workers), a significant milestone for her career and Pakistani journalism.

 Published last year:  Explore the alarming rise of online trolling and harassment faced by women journalists in Pakistan, highlighting recent cases involving anchors like Shiffa Z. Yousafzai and Asma Chaudhry. This article delves into the societal challenges these women encounter and the urgent need for action against online abuse

 Published last year:  TV anchor Shiffa Z. Yousafzai has refuted false rumors about her marriage, calling attention to the harassment working women face in a male-dominated society. She urges social media platforms to remove false content and calls people to stand against such targeting.

 Published last year:  Journalist Gharidah Farooqi has challenged Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur to prove his allegations after he publicly accused her of accepting bribes to push political narratives. Farooqi’s bold response on Twitter adds fuel to the ongoing media versus politicians conflict in Pakistan.

 Published last year:  Prominent television anchor Gharidah Farooqi announces legal action against Dr. Omar Adil and Zohaib Saleem Butt for their sexist remarks against her and other female journalists.

 Published last year:  TV anchor Ayesha Jahanzaib has reconciled with her husband and withdrawn the domestic violence case against him in a Lahore court. She expressed her desire to end the legal proceedings.

 Published last year:  Arshad Sharif's widow, in a heartbreaking interview on Naya Pakistan channel, detailed the gruesome torture and execution of her husband, revealing 17 to 18 torture marks, a missing kidney, broken ribs, and other horrific injuries.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) condemns the sentencing of Tunisian lawyer and political commentator Sonia Dahmani to one year in prison for her political commentary. CPJ calls for Dahmani's immediate release, denouncing the move as an attack on independent journalism.

 Published last year:  Dawn News TV anchor Absa Komal has spoken out against the persistent sexism she faces in the media industry. Highlighting an incident during a talk show where a male panelist made a sexist remark, Komal expressed her frustration and called for greater gender equality and awareness.

 Published last year:  Prominent anchor Ayesha Jahanzaib has revealed that she has been subjected to months of domestic abuse by her husband, Haris Ali, due to his secret second marriage. Ayesha, who has visible signs of violence, has filed an FIR, resulting in Haris Ali being sent on a two-day physical remand.

 Published last year:  In an emotional vlog, the widow of journalist Arshad Sharif, murdered in Kenya nearly two years ago, shares her arduous journey to justice. A Kenyan High Court has ordered legal action against the responsible police officers and awarded Rs21.67 million to Sharif's family, declaring his killing a human rights violation.

 Published last year:  Women Press Freedom condemns the killing of five Palestinian journalists in Gaza, including Wafa Abu Dabaan, and calls for an immediate ceasefire and international investigation into potential war crimes by Israeli forces.

 Published last year:  Actor Saba Faisal has confirmed that her video praising the 100-day performance of the Punjab government was a paid promotion, sparking controversy over the use of paid endorsements by public figures. Punjab Information Minister Uzma Bukhari denies the allegations.

 Published last year:  Javeria Siddique, wife of slain journalist Arshad Sharif, accuses the ruling elite of involvement in her husband's murder and demands justice. Read more on the ongoing struggle for accountability.

 Published last year:  The Coalition for Women in Journalism condemns the one-year imprisonment of Jordanian journalist Heba Abu Taha under the restrictive cybercrime law, calling for her immediate release and the repeal of the law to safeguard press freedom in the nation.

 Published last year:  Pakistani journalist Benazir Shah faces severe threats and harassment following her advocacy for the Christian community in Punjab. Women Press Freedom calls for immediate action from authorities and social media platforms to protect women journalists from rampant abuse and intimidation.

 Published last year:  The Coalition for Women in Journalism (CFWIJ) strongly condemns the misogynistic attacks and threats against North Macedonian journalist Lepa Djundeva following the sharing of her interview excerpt by Bogdan Ilievski. The CFWIJ calls for the immediate removal of the clip to protect Djundeva's well-being.

 Published last year:  Ukrainian war correspondent Anna Kalyuzhna faces severe threats following accusations by an army commander. The Coalition for Women in Journalism and World Press Freedom call for an urgent investigation into the threats against her and her family.

 Published last year:  Indian author Arundhati Roy is facing prosecution over her controversial remarks on Kashmir made in 2010. The legal action highlights ongoing tensions and freedom of speech issues in India.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns the five-year prison sentence given to journalist Sophia Huang Xueqin by a Chinese court for "inciting subversion of state power." CPJ urges the Chinese government to release her immediately.

 Published last year:  The Coalition for Women in Journalism (CFWIJ) condemns the sentencing of Jordanian journalist Hiba Abu Taha to one year in prison under Jordan's cybercrime law for her investigative report on the land corridor between Jordan and Israel. Calls for her immediate release highlight concerns over press freedom and free speech in Jordan.

 Published last year:  Explore the significant contributions and challenges of women in journalism, highlighting their rising influence and the ongoing quest for gender equality in the media industry.

 Published last year:  The Coalition for Women in Journalism condemns the arrest of Georgian journalist Maka Tsitsikashvili for petty hooliganism. This incident underscores the growing threats to press freedom in Georgia. Learn more about the case and its implications for media freedom.

 Published last year:  The Coalition of Women in Journalism demands immediate investigations and protection after 21 journalists were assaulted during the June 5 march in Jerusalem, highlighting the urgent need for Israel to uphold its obligations to ensure journalists' safety.

 Published last year:  Remembering Taskeen Zafar, the legendary voice of Radio Pakistan, who passed away at 67. Her four-decade career, eloquence, and contributions to broadcasting will always be cherished.

 Published last year:  CFWIJ condemns a lawsuit against KRIK journalists by Judge Dusanka Dordevic, calling for immediate dismissal to protect media freedom and journalistic integrity in Serbia.

 Published last year:  Israeli forces have detained Palestinian journalist Rasha Herzallah in Nablus for 72 hours on unclear charges. She joins over 40 journalists currently in custody in the West Bank. The Coalition for Women in Journalism and the World Press Freedom Committee have denounced the targeting of the press and urged for the immediate release of detained journalists.

 Published last year:  Explore the profile of Asma Shirazi, a leading Pakistani television anchor and journalist at Aaj News. Known for her fearless reporting and advocacy for press freedom and women's rights, Asma has made significant contributions to political journalism in Pakistan.