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The latest news from the International Center for Journalists.

November
30
2023

Latin American Newsroom Leaders to Bolster Fact-Checking, Disinformation Reporting as ICFJ Fellows

A fact checker from Mexico and a media founder from El Salvador have been chosen as ICFJ’s  newest Douglas Tweedale Memorial fellows.

November
17
2023

New Tool Tracks Disinformation Laws Globally

Amid the rise in disinformation today, journalists should look into legal measures adopted by countries around the world to combat it.

November
14
2023

Advice for Covering the Israel-Hamas War

It has been over a month since Hamas attacked Israel, killing more than 1,200 people and taking hostage over 200 more, according to offical Israeli estimates. Israel subsequently declared war on Hamas, launching a bombing campaign and ground invasion of northern Gaza that has killed more than 11,000 people, according to the Gaza health ministry, which is run by Hamas.

November
9
2023

Carmen Aristegui: A Prime Target of Online Violence in the Deadliest Country to Practice Journalism Outside a War Zone

Killing journalists with impunity is the norm in Mexico – the deadliest place in the world to practice journalism outside of an active war zone. In a country which also experiences terrible rates of femicide, it is unsurprising that gender-based online violence is also prevalent. It works as an additional tool for entrenching and extending repression of female journalists. And multi-award-winning Mexican investigative reporter Carmen Aristegui Flores is a prime target.

November
9
2023

Ugandan Journalist Launches Innovative Project Aimed at Reducing Disinformation in Deaf Communities

Reporters, sign language interpreters and other community members have forged a network in Uganda that is countering misinformation in the deaf community, as part of a project supported by the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) and led by journalist Willy Chowoo.

November
7
2023

How to Make a Profit in the Modern Media Landscape

When it comes to running a media outlet, understanding business strategies is just as important as producing high-quality journalism. Informing, educating and holding the powerful accountable may be at the core of the profession, but profitability is what ensures its continued existence. 

November
3
2023

These Initiatives Across MENA Mark the 10th Year of IJNet Arabic's Mentoring Center

Violations of refugee and migrant rights, conflict, the spread of disinformation, and the effects of climate change are all issues affecting the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) today. They are also issues being met by this year’s mentees in the IJNet Arabic Mentoring Center for Media Startups, through innovative reporting initiatives and outlets. 

November
3
2023

Mariam Ouédraogo of Burkina Faso Accepts ICFJ Knight International Journalism Award

Mariam Ouédraogo is a fearless journalist whose reports have shown the devastating impact of war on civilians in conflict-torn Burkina Faso. Ouédraogo, who is the winner of the ICFJ Knight International Journalism Award, delivered the following remarks on Nov. 2 at the ICFJ Tribute to Journalists 2023.

November
3
2023

Riad Kobaissi of Lebanon Accepts ICFJ Knight International Journalism Award

Riad Kobaissi is a dogged investigative journalist and TV presenter who bravely exposes corruption at the highest levels of government in Lebanon. Kobaissi, who is the winner of the ICFJ Knight International Journalism Award, delivered the following remarks on Nov. 2 at the ICFJ Tribute to Journalists 2023.

November
3
2023

Jacqueline Charles Accepts ICFJ Excellence in International Reporting Award

As a longtime reporter for the Miami Herald, Jacqueline Charles has provided enduring coverage of Haiti for more than two decades. Charles, who is the winner of the ICFJ Excellence in International Reporting Award, delivered the following remarks on Nov. 2 at the ICFJ Tribute to Journalists 2023.