The Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) partner organisations call for an immediate end to the crackdown against media after documenting widespread attacks, detentions, and censorship measures against journalists following the...
The International Press Institute (IPI) strongly condemns the widespread attacks against journalists —including physical violence, mass detentions, and sweeping digital censorship measures— following the formal charging of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem...
The International Press Institute (IPI) strongly condemns the restriction of access to social media taken by Turkey’s authorities in the days after the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and...
The International Press Institute (IPI) is deeply concerned over the announcement of Turkey’s independent news outlet, Gazete Duvar, of its decision to cease operations due to severe financial challenges worsened...
As press freedom and human rights organizations, we strongly condemn the detention of four journalists on February 18, 2025, and demand their immediate release. On the morning of February 18,...
The International Press Institute (IPI), together with undersigned press freedom, freedom of expression, human rights, and journalists’ organizations, and media outlets, expresses serious concern over the recent escalation of press freedom...
The International Press Institute (IPI) is a global network of editors, journalists, and media executives dedicated to protecting media freedom. IPI’s Turkey programme supports and defends press freedom, public-interest journalism, and access to information in Turkey.
Our reports provide detailed analysis of press freedom challenges in Turkey, documenting threats, legal actions, and trends.
Our dedicated events section delivers coverage of press freedom developments in Turkey, featuring regular updates on advocacy initiatives and upcoming events.
Our detailed factsheets compile essential statistical data on press freedom violations in Turkey, providing tracking of incidents against journalists.
Our ‘Media Innovation' podcast series explores the dynamic landscape of modern journalism through engaging conversations with industry experts in Turkey.
We amplify critical voices, advocate for press freedom, and unite with partners to protect journalists worldwide. Our collaborative statements and official positions reflect our commitment to defending media freedom.
Our campaigns leverage key international observances to amplify press freedom issues in Turkey. Through strategic advocacy initiatives and coordinated actions, we raise awareness about journalists’ rights.
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