Freedom of Expression
Free speech and expression is the lifeblood of democracy, facilitating open debate, the proper consideration of diverse interests and perspectives, and the negotiation and compromise necessary for consensual policy decisions. Efforts to suppress nonviolent expression, far from ensuring peace and stability, can allow unseen problems to fester and erupt in far more dangerous forms.
Featured Analysis:
The Internationalization of Universities and the Repression of Academic Freedom
Special Report
July 6, 2020
Democratic Backsliding in Tunisia: The Case for Renewed International Attention
Policy Brief
February 18, 2018
Featured Program: Strengthening Freedom of Expression in Turkey
Turkey remains one of most challenging places in the European region to exercise one’s right to free speech and expression. Freedom House works to strengthen respect for freedom of expression in Turkey in partnership with a local organization, the Media and Law Studies Association. To learn more, visit our Europe program page.
Freedom House in the Media:
News & Perspectives:
Cuba: Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara bajo asedio de autoridades en su sexto día de huelga de hambre en San Isidro
Joint statement
April 30, 2021
Uzbekistan: Authorities Must End Reprisals Against Blogger Miraziz Bazarov for Exercising Right to Freedom of Expression
Joint statement
April 28, 2021
Turkey: Ahmet Altan’s Release Sets Important Precedent for Political Prisoners
Press release
April 15, 2021
Hong Kong: Freedom House Condemns Convictions of Prodemocracy Figures, Worsening Crackdown
Press release
April 2, 2021
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