Opinion Archives - Page 12 of 35 - Index on Censorship

Why Index has held its first ever social media blackout

Despite atrocities against activists increasing globally, we have highlighted the execution by the Iranian government of journalist Ruhollah Zam

by Ruth Anderson | 10 Dec 20

As we marked Human Rights Day 2020 we were reminded how much work we have to do to upload the day’s core values. Join us in this work

by Ruth Anderson | 04 Dec 20

Academics at one of our most learned institutions vote next week on what free speech means. Our CEO says respect should be earned

by Ruth Anderson | 27 Nov 20

As the UN launches a campaign against gender-based violence, our CEO says we must support those who want their voices heard

by Ruth Anderson | 20 Nov 20

The arrest of the executive director of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights and two staff is a shameful attack on human rights

by Ruth Anderson | 13 Nov 20

After the murder of three churchgoers in Nice, there needs to be a national conversation around free speech

by Ruth Anderson | 06 Nov 20

As the electorate decides whether the White House will be red or blue, our CEO focuses on the importance of democratic process

by Ruth Anderson | 30 Oct 20

Whether Trump wins or not next week, years of his assault on the media could have long-term implications. We must all be alert to this

by Ruth Anderson | 23 Oct 20

A French teacher is brutally murdered in Paris for teaching students about free speech. We must not forget him

by Ruth Anderson | 16 Oct 20

Museums should be able to examine every aspect of history and culture without reprisal