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12884. Ownership of authors’ rights and Collective Management in the European Union-Meeting Journalists Needs  

5-6th November, Lisbon The European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) in co-operation with the Authors’ Rights Expert Group (AREG) and the Portuguese union of journalists will hold a seminar on Ownership of authors’ rights and collective management in the European Union-Meeting journalists’needs in Lisbon, Portugal, on 5-6 November 2005. The seminar is financially supported by the European Union. This seminar is a follow up to the EFJ seminar on "Journalists Authors’ Rights in EU acceding countries " held in Ljubljana, Slovenia, on 21-22 November 2003. EU enlargement and EU initiatives in the field of collective management as well as regular attacks on…  
12886. IFJ Calls for Iraqi Journalists Groups to Aid Hunt for Kidnapped Irish Reporter  

The International Federation of Journalists has appealed to journalists’ groups in Iraq to assist in the hunt for missing journalist Rory Carroll, an Irish journalist working for the Guardian newspaper, who is thought to have been kidnapped. “We are calling on all media and journalists’ groups to support efforts to find our missing colleague,” said Aidan White, IFJ General Secretary. “Iraqi reporters and foreign correspondents have suffered heavily in this conflict and we need the maximum of professional solidarity to get the message out that journalists should not be targeted.” The IFJ says it will work with the Federation of Arab…  
12888. IFJ Calls for Immediate Release of Two Journalists in the Maldives  

The International Federation of Journalists today called for the immediate release of Mohamed Nasheed and Abdullah Saeed, journalists for the opposition publication Minivan Daily. On October 13, the two journalists were arrested in the capital Malé and transferred to prison in Dhoonidhoo, where they have so far been denied any visits from their lawyers and family members. Mohamed Nasheed, 29, a political activist and columnist for the Minivan Daily, was accused of taking part in a pro-democracy rally in August. Abdullah Saeed, 42, was accused of drug possession after police claimed they found drugs in his clothing when he was summoned to the police station. “These…  
12891. International Organisations Condemn Further Restrictions on Press Freedoms and Freedom of Expression in Nepal  

International Organisations Condemn Further Restrictions on Press Freedoms and Freedom of Expression in Nepal (Released on 17 October 2005) This statement is issued by members of the ‘International Press Freedom and Freedom of Expression Mission to Nepal’. · ARTICLE 19 · Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) · International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) · International Media Support (IMS) · International Press Institute (IPI) · Press Institute of India (PII) · Reporters sans Frontières (RSF) · South Asian Free Media Association (SAFMA) · United Nations Educational, Scientific…  
12892. FM radio director arrested for alleged defamation in Cambodia  

October 13, 2005 <br/> <br/> FM radio director arrested for alleged defamation <br/> <br/> The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the global organisation representing over 500,000 journalists in more than 110 countries, has condemned the arrest of a radio director in Cambodia on charges of defamation against Cambodia’s Prime Minister. <br/> <br/> On October 11, director of Beehive Radio FM 105, Mam Sonando, was arrested at his house in Kandal province by municipal police for alleged defamation of Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen. <br/> <br/> According to IFJ sources, Mam Sonando’s arrest order was instigated after the…  
12893. IFJ Concerned About Blasphemy Trial Against Afghan Editor  

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the global organisation representing over 500,000 journalists in more than 110 countries, is concerned that an Afghan magazine editor is facing an unfair trial after being arrested for blasphemy. On October 11, Ali Muhaqiq Nasab, chief editor of Hoqoq-e-Zan (Women’s Rights) magazine, faced the first day of his public trial, during which the prosecution called for severe punishment to be ordered as a lesson for Nasab and others. The prosecuting attorney argued that an article written by Nasab, questioning harsh penalties for adultery and theft, was a work of atheism that intended to confuse the public. “The IFJ is…  
12894. New media laws will cripple press freedom in Nepal, says IFJ  

October 11, 2005 New media laws will cripple press freedom in Nepal, says IFJ The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the global organisation representing more than 500,000 journalists in over 110 countries, is alarmed at the King’s decision to dramatically change media laws in Nepal. On October 9, King Gyanendra announced changes to media law that would come into force immediately, limiting media licences, banning the broadcast of news on radio and prohibiting a number of foreign publications. Most alarmingly, fines for defamation have been increased ten fold. King Gyanendra announced the laws the day before Nepal’s ten day long festival (Dashain…  
12895. IFJ Concerned Over Criminal Defamation Charges Against Cambodian Newspaper  

The International Federation of Journalists expressed its concerned over a criminal defamation case being brought against a Cambodian newspaper. On September 22, Koh Kong police officer Chen Sovann filed a criminal defamation suit against local paper Cambodia Today, demanding 10 million riel (US$2,500). The lawsuit came two days after the paper published an article by journalist Eng Meng Leng alleging that Sovann helped a suspected human trafficker flee the country. “Defamation should not be a criminal offence, yet Cambodian authorities continue to ignore the Cambodian Press Law by allowing criminal cases to be brought against journalists,” said IFJ President Christopher Warren. …  
12897. Afghan women’s rights magazine editor arrested  

 October 7, 2005 Afghan women’s rights magazine editor arrested The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the global organisation representing over 500,000 journalists in more than 110 countries, is concerned about the arrest of the chief editor of a monthly women’s magazine for publishing allegedly blasphemous articles. On October 1, chief editor of monthly magazine Haqoq-e-Zan (Woman’s Rights), Ali Mohaqiq Nasab, was arrested for publishing an article that questioned the severity of punishments for adultery and theft, as set out by the most conservative interpretations of Islamic law. A number of religious leaders condemned the article as…  
12900. IFJ Condemns Culture of Impunity in the Philippines After Shooting of Journalist  

The International Federation of Journalists today condemned the shooting of a journalist General Santo City, in the southern Philippines. On October 2, Mindanao Bulletin correspondent, Danilo Aguirre, was shot outside his office and was taken to General Santos Doctors Hospital with a single gunshot wound to the stomach. “Too many journalists’ lives have been lost or destroyed by rampant violence in the Philippines, too many journalists have become the victims of an unacceptable culture of impunity,” said IFJ President Christopher Warren. “The unabated threats to journalists safety are a looming shadow over press freedom and the voice of democracy in the…  
12903. IFJ Backs Pakistani Journalists on Day of Action for Wage Justice  

The International Federation of Journalists and its affiliates today joined Pakistani journalists in calling the Pakistan Government and newspaper owners for the implementation of long overdue wage awards. On October 8, 2001, the Seventh Wage Board handed down a decision awarding minimum job conditions and wages to journalists and newspaper employees that was back-dated to October 2000. In the four years since that time only a handful of employers have introduced the legally required award. Journalists around the world united today to protest the continued exploitation of Pakistani journalists by newspaper employees that has seen thousands of journalists suffer. Many Pakistani…  
12904. Media Workers at Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Win Dispute After 50-day Lockout  

A major broadcasting dispute in Canada has ended with huge victories for media union rights and public service values in North America. The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation today reached a tentative contract agreement with the Canadian Media Guild to end a lock out of 5,500 staff that has lasted 50 days and which provoked protests around the world. The workers at the CBC are represented by the Canadian Media Guild, which is affiliated to TNG-CWA. Unions in membership of the International Federation of Journalists and other media unions held a worldwide day of action. In a show of global solidarity, unions in London, Jerusalem and Washington held protests and union leaders in major…  
12906. Media Workers at Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Win Dispute After 50-day Lockout  

A major broadcasting dispute in Canada has ended with huge victories for media union rights and public service values in North America. The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation today reached a tentative contract agreement with the Canadian Media Guild to end a lock out of 5,500 staff that has lasted 50 days and which provoked protests around the world.  The workers at the CBC are represented by the Canadian Media Guild, which is affiliated to TNG-CWA. Unions in membership of the International Federation of Journalists and other media unions held a worldwide day of action. In a show of global solidarity, unions in London, Jerusalem and Washington held protests and union leaders in…  
12907. IFJ Condemnds Repeated Attacks Against Press in Bangladesh  

The International Federation of Journalists today expressed its deep concern over repeated attacks on the press in Bangladesh by both the ruling coalition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and militant organisations. “The current situation in Bangladesh is outrageous. Journalists are being threatened by the BNP and by militants alike just for reporting the truth,” said IFJ president Christopher Warren. “Murderers are not held on remand, so the culture of impunity remains and justice is denied to journalists who are attacked or killed,” said Warren. BNP sets fire to Dainik Jugantor On October 18, BNP leaders held a protest rally and set fire to the…  
12911. IFJ Concerned Over Threats Posed by Australian Anti-terror Laws Against Press Freedom  

The International Federation of Journalists today expressed its deep concern over anti-terrorism laws proposed by the Australian Federal and State governments may become yet another stumbling block for press freedom in Australia. The IFJ is concerned that ‘notice to produce’ powers for the Australian Federal Police will be used to force journalists to hand over information including the identity of confidential sources and journalists notes which may identify sources. “The proposed legislation seems to be part of a broader set of counter-terrorism measures which, taken as a package, effectively limit freedom of speech in Australia,” said IFJ President…  
12913. IFJ Welcomes News of Freed Afghan journalists After Over a Week in Captivity  

The International Federation of Journalists today welcomed the news that a group of three Afghan people, including a journalist and a cameraman, are now safe after escaping their kidnappers. On September 14, chief editor of weekly Bamyan, Mohammad Taqi Siraq, Kabul film production cameraman, Baseer Sarat, and Women’s Affairs Ministry worker, Shah Jan, were forcibly abducted by unidentified persons wearing military fatigues. On September 21, the three arrived safely in Kunar after escaping their captors on foot during the night of September 20. “The IFJ commends the courage and bravery of Siraq, Sarat and Jan in the face of such a dangerous situation. We are…  
12914. EFJ Condemns “Scandalous Infringements” of Labour Rights in Greek Media  

Today the European Federation of Journalists condemned the increasingly hostile behaviour of media employers in Greece where it claims media from both the print and the press sector are putting heavy pressures on their employees to accept “scandalous infringements of labour rights.” Among the incidents that have enraged journalists are • The daily newspaper APOFASI which stopped its activities and left unpaid for three months 50 journalists and 40 other media workers. • The leading news radio station SKY which announced that it will cut 30 journalists' jobs by giving some extra bonus for those ones who will "voluntarily" choose to leave the company. •…  
12917. China intensifies its clamp down on journalists  

September 27, 2005 China intensifies its clamp down on journalists The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the global organisation representing more than 500,000 journalists over 110 countries, is deeply concerned that press freedom abuses in China have gone from bad to worse in recent times. The Chinese government has intensified it systematic attack on press freedom and journalists’ safety, jailing several Chinese journalists without regard for legal justice or the right of appeal. The IFJ calls on all governments to link their trade with China to human and press rights to make it clear that abuses cannot continue if China wants to strengthen its links to…  
12921. IFJ concerned about allegations of corruption in Acehkita Board  

September 26, 2005 IFJ concerned about allegations of corruption in Acehkita Board The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the global organisation representing over 500,000 journalists in more than 110 countries, is deeply concerned that a battle between journalists and management of Acehkita has seen the internet news site suspended. On September 12, the office of Acehkita.com, Indonesia’s most popular news website on Aceh, was closed by management after Acehkita chief editor, Dandhy Dwi Laksono, refused to accept a dismissal order. According to IFJ sources the shutdown was the result of an ongoing conflict between the journalists and publishers of…  
12924. Empowering Freelance Journalists in Europe: Participants at the Conference  

[BACK TO MAIN PAGE] ACSAY Judit,  Association of Hungarian Journalists, Hungary BABIC KOSIR Ljuba,  Union of Slovenian Journalists, Slovenia BARANOV Sergiy,  Independent Media Trade Union of Ukraine, Ukraine BAUMANOVÁ Zdenka BUCHTOVÁ Mária CIBULA Alexander,  Slovenský syndikát novinárov, Slovakia COSI Marina, FNSI, Italy ÈAPLOVIÈ Dušan ÈERNÁ Eva ÈERNÁK Milan,  Slovenský syndikát novinárov, Slovakia DAWSON Tim,  National Union of Journalists ( NUT ), Great Britain DELLER –LEPPERT Barbara, …  
12926. IFJ Concerned for Nepali Reporters Working in Dailekh District Despite Journalists Release  

The International Federation of Journalists today welcomed the release of journalist Harihar Singh Rathour, but is deeply concerned for the safety of journalists in the Dailekh district. On September 21, journalist Harihar Singh Rathour was released from police custody in Dailekh District after being held for three days. Singh’s arrest came in the midst of a mass exodus of journalist’s from the Dailekh district in western Nepal. “The IFJ welcomes the release of Harihar Singh Rathour, and calls on authorities to respect the rights of journalists who have decided to leave Dailekh district,” said the IFJ President Christopher Warren. A mission led by…  
12928. Time for Justice Says IFJ as Ukraine Parliament Report Fuels Accusations over Gongadze Killing  

After five years of prevarication and political hand-wringing the time has come for justice in the case of Georgy Gongadze says the International Federation of Journalists after a Parliamentary Commission in Kiev investigating the kidnapping and beheading of the journalist five years ago accused the parliament's speaker of being behind the assassination. The speaker, Volodymyr Lytvyn, had "instigated the abduction" of Gongadze, says the commission, whose report has been sent on to the general prosecutor’s office. Gongadze, an internet journalist who wrote about high-level corruption, was kidnapped and killed in 2000. “It’s time for justice in this case and an end…  
12929. IFJ concerned for safety of kidnapped journalists  

September 21, 2005 IFJ concerned for safety of kidnapped journalists The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the global organisation representing over 500,000 journalists in more than 110 countries, is deeply concerned for the safety of a group of three people, including a journalist and a cameraman, who were kidnapped shortly before the recent elections in Afghanistan. According to IFJ sources, on September 14 chief editor of weekly Bamyan, Mohammad Taqi Siraq, Kabul film production cameraman, Baseer Sarat, and Women’s Affairs Ministry worker, Shah Jan, were kidnapped by unidentified persons wearing military fatigues. The group was in the Waygal district…  
12931. IFJ Condemns Army Personnel Charged with Torturing Pakistani Photojournalist  

The International Federation of Journalists today condemned the violent attack and torture of a news photographer by personnel from the National Logistic Cell (NLC), a division of Pakistan’s army. Daily Express Faisalabad photographer and executive member of the Faisalabad Union of Journalists, Mr Asadullah, was attacked after taking photos of a youth being beaten by NLC personnel at a busy intersection outside Chiniot bazaar. “The IFJ is outraged by this attack. It is abhorrent that journalists continue to be the victims of brutal treatment at the hands of authorities,” said IFJ President Christopher Warren. “A free, independent media cannot flourish…  
12937. Black day marked by protests for sacked Hindustan Times employees: IFJ calls for immediate action  

September 19, 2005 Black day marked by protests for sacked Hindustan Times employees: IFJ calls for immediate action The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the global organisation representing over 500,000 journalists worldwide is deeply concerned for the plight of more than three hundred Hindustan Times employees who were illegally sacked nearly a year ago. On October 3, 2004, Hindustan Times management illegally sacked 362 permanent employees. Last week, on September 14, the situation came to a head when the suicide of a 30-year-old retrenched employee, Mahendra, sparked a massive protest response. A vigil was held outside the gates of Hindustan Times and…  
12941. IFJ Condemns Increased Police Attacks on Journalists in Nepal  

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the global organisation representing more than 500,000 journalists in over 110 countries, is outraged that police forces in Nepal are continuing to target journalists with unwarranted violence and intimidation. In the latest attack on September 13, police wielding batons assaulted several journalists reporting on a peaceful protest in Bagh Bazar, Kathmandu. Despite clearly showing his press card, Rupandehi FM journalist, Tilak Mahat, was viciously beaten by police. Mahat was later admitted to Miteree hospital with serious injuries. A number of other journalists, including photojournalist Suresh Sainju, and journalists Dinesh…  
12943. Journalists' Rights Must Be Respected during the Election Campaign in Afghanistan, Says IFJ  

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the global organisation representing over 500,000 journalists in more than 110 countries, today joined Afghan journalists in calling on the Afghanistan government, security forces and all political groups to respect journalists' rights in the lead up to the election. The Afghan Independent Journalists Association (AIJA) and the Committee to Protect Afghan Journalists (CPAJ) are concerned about the increasing number of threats against journalists as polling day for the parliamentary elections on September 18 draws nearer. "Politically motivated individuals or groups cannot be allowed to intimidate journalists if the election is to…  
12944. “Enough is Enough” Protests EFJ as 12-Month Deadlock Blocks New Deal for Swiss Journalists  

The European Federation of Journalists today denounced the “scandalous situation” facing journalists in Switzerland, who have been working for over a year without collective agreement as employers have blocked negotiations. “The refusal by publishers to renew the national collective agreement is an example of the arrogance and foolhardy contempt for social dialogue that undermines modern journalism,” said EFJ Chair Arne König. “Their unwillingness to talk saps newsroom morale and weakens the industry. Enough is enough, it’s time to get back to the negotiating table and settle this dispute.” The EFJ says that journalists in Switzerland…  
12945. Nordic Federation of Journalists Condemns Lockout of CBC Workers in Letter to Canadian Ambassador  

Fredericka Gregory Canada's Ambassador to Denmark Canadian Embassy in Copenhagen Kristen Bernikowsgade 1, 1105 Copenhagen K Copenhagen, September 12., 2005 Dear Fredericka Gregory The Danish Union of Journalists, representing 12.500 members, strongly condems the actions taken against the media workers at Canadian Broadcasting Corporation by the management of CBC. This dispute is damaging Canada’s international reputation for quality broadcasting and respect for international labour standards. It’s time for talks that will deliver fairness and a peaceful settlement and an end to provocative and confrontational management. We are asking the…  
12946. German Journalists' Association Sends Letter to Canadian Embassy Protesting Lockout of 5,500 CBC Employees  

Bonn, 12th September 2005 Re: Lockout of Union Workforce Employed by Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Your Excellency, On behalf of the journalists and media staff in membership of the German Journalists Association (DJV), I wish to register our strong concern over the actions of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, which locked out its 5,500 employees who are members of the Canadian Media Guild. It is now four weeks since the CBC management took this unprecedented and unprovoked action, and it raises serious questions about the commitment of Canada’s public broadcasting network to international labour standards and to the maintenance of basic employment rights within the public…  
12947. Letter of the Italian Union Protesting the Lock-Out of 5,500 CBC Workers  

Roma, 12 settembre 2005 Prot. n.1604 Ambasciatore Robert R. Fowler Ambasciata del Canada in Italia Via G. B. Rossi, 27 00161 Roma Re: Lockout of Union Workforce Employed by Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Your Excellency, On behalf of the journalists and media staff in membership of the Federazione Nazionale della Stampa Italiana, I wish to register our strong concern over the actions of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, which locked out its 5,500 employees who are members of the Canadian Media Guild. It is now four weeks since the CBC management took this unprecedented and unprovoked action, and it raises serious questions about the…  
12950. German Journalists' Association Sends Letter to Canadian Embassy Protesting Lockout of 5,500 CBC Employees  

Bonn, 12th September 2005 Re: Lockout of Union Workforce Employed by Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Your Excellency, On behalf of the journalists and media staff in membership of the German Journalists Association (DJV), I wish to register our strong concern over the actions of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, which locked out its 5,500 employees who are members of the Canadian Media Guild. It is now four weeks since the CBC management took this unprecedented and unprovoked action, and it raises serious questions about the commitment of Canada’s public broadcasting network to international labour standards and to the maintenance of basic employment rights…  
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