€25.000 to document attacks on the freedom of expression
Freedom of expression, though guaranteed in all European constitutions, is under pressure in a lot of countries. ECPMF and Journalismfund.eu launched a two calls for applications for their FoX grant, which gives journalists who know of a breach of freedom of expression the time and money to document it.
The concentration of media ownership, the increasing surveillance of communication and other factors impede the free flow of information among European citizens.
Journalists all over Europe have experienced forms of obstruction while doing their jobs, seeing their rights to obtain and publish information violated. These forms of obstruction range from threats of violence or imprisonment, over surveillance, to denial of access to information. Newsrooms have been raided, material confiscated, and journalists have been subject to smearing campaigns and other attacks on their professional credibility. The threats come not just from organised crime, but also from white-collar business and from authorities.
We need to document these cases and make them known in the public!
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For Who
European journalistsIf you live in Europe, know about a breach of freedom of expression in your country and need time and money to document it, you can apply for the Freedom of Expression Grant.
Both individuals and teams can apply, and we especially encourage teams of 2 or more journalists to apply.
How Much
€25,000The funds for the grant come from the European Center for Press and Media Freedom in Leipzig, Germany.
In 2015 there was a total of €10,000 to distribute, in 2016 €15,000.
