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International Women's Day 2023 China statement

Chinese Authorities Must Release “Blank Paper” Protesters and Allow Free Expression on COVID-19 Pandemic

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March 8, 2023

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NEW REPORT: Freedom in Africa Improved Slightly in 2022 but Challenges Persist

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March 9, 2023

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NEW REPORT: Freedom in Europe Presented a Mixed Picture in 2022

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March 9, 2023

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NEW REPORT: Freedom in Eurasia Deteriorated in 2022

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March 9, 2023

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NEW REPORT: Freedom in the Americas Declined in 2022, Nicaragua Receives Largest Score Decrease in Region

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March 9, 2023

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NEW REPORT: Freedom in the Asia-Pacific Region Improved Slightly in 2022

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March 9, 2023

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The long arm of the authoritarian state

The reach of authoritarian repression is growing. Now, not even exile is safe. Learn more about the alarming global trend of transnational repression in The Washington Post .

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Historical Freedom in the World Map

Reflecting on 50 Years of Freedom in the World

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March 9, 2023

: A photo of Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is seen near the rubble of a collapsed building after a massive earthquake devastated the southern region of the country.

Another Illusion Falls in Turkey

Perspectives

March 2, 2023

Ukraine Protest

Defending Human Rights in Ukraine: An Interview with ZMINA’s Tetiana Pechonchyk

Perspectives

February 23, 2023

Valentyna Buhaiova embraces Ukrainian marines in her home village of Kyselivka, outside of Kherson, Ukraine, in November 2022. Ukrainian forces had recently retaken Kyselivka, liberating it from Russian occupation. (Image credit: Reuters/ Valentyn Ogirenko)

In War-torn Ukraine, Civic Organizations Are Vital to Victory and Rebuilding

Perspectives

February 23, 2023

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Five Books to Help You Understand the State of Global Freedom

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February 16, 2023

Iran Protest

How to Support Iran's Democracy Movement

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February 9, 2023

TikTok

A TikTok Trend You Can’t Ignore: Addressing the Risks by Protecting Privacy and Bolstering Transparency

Perspectives

February 2, 2023

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Securing a Vibrant Future for the World’s Public Broadcasters

Perspectives

January 26, 2023

Putting A Thumb On The Market: The Rise Of State-Aligned Platforms From Repressive Contexts

Perspectives

January 17, 2023

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Americans Must Unite to Defend Our Democracy

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January 12, 2023

Freedom in the World 2021

Fighting Corruption is Key to Countering Authoritarianism, and Protecting Human Rights

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January 11, 2023

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For 2023, Make a Resolution to Put Democracy First

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January 5, 2023

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Amid rising digital repression, Costa Rica serves as a model for Central America—and the world at large

Perspectives

December 23, 2022

Children fleeing from Ukraine are seen in a bus playing with a Polish policeman after crossing Ukrainian-Polish border

Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom: “We Will Recover, We Will Survive”

Perspectives

December 22, 2022

In Russian, "Our Hearts Demand Changes" graffiti on the Tsoi Wall, Moscow, 2022

Cracking Down on Artistic Expression: Another Strike against Russian Democracy

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December 15, 2022

Freedom House in the Media

China’s Movie Censorship: ‘Black Panther’ And ‘Ant Man’ Sequels Approved After Past Marvel Films—And ‘Top Gun’—Were Banned opens in new tab

January 20, 2023

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December 9, 2022

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November 28, 2022

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Democracy during Pandemic

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Strengthening Civil Society

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