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May 3rd marks the annual commemoration of World Press Freedom Day. The United States values freedom of the press as a key component of democratic governance. Democratic societies are not infallible, but they are accountable, and the exchange of ideas is the foundation for accountable governance. In the U.S. and in many places around the world, the press fosters active debate, provides investigative reporting, and serves as a forum to express different points of view, particularly on behalf of those who are marginalized in society. The U.S. commends journalists around the world for the important role they play, and for their commitment to the free exchange of ideas...more |
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• Presidential Proclamation on World Press Freedom Day
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• Secretary Clinton remarks on World Press Freedom Day
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Journalism under Siege: Threats to Free Media
Brave men and women the world over risk their lives to inform citizens and hold governments accountable. Find out more about these champions of press freedom and why accurate, ethical journalism is so important to effective democratic government.
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Freedom House, a nonprofit organization and voice for democracy around the world, analyzes the status of press freedom in nations throughout the world. (PDF)
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• Photo Gallery
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Freedom of Press
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Evolving Media and a Free Press
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Great Moments in American Media Satire
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• Publications
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Media Making Change
(December 2007)
New media technologies give average citizens access to vast amounts of information and broad networks of people. People can use these tools to pursue social and political agendas of their own making. This edition of eJournal USA shows how this new empowerment is influencing nations in various parts of the world.
View PDF (1.72 MB)
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This handbook covers the ins and outs of what every professional journalist should know — from how to research, write, and edit a story to how to write headlines, choose graphics, and select quotes and sound bites. Print, radio, TV, and Web-based or online journalism forms are discussed in detail, as well as the skills required in beat reporting.
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The career of Edward R. Murrow, the eminent broadcast journalist, is discussed in this publication as an example of the essential role the free press plays in a democratic society. With his reports from London during World War II and his exposé of Senator McCarthy's anti-Communist campaign in the 1950s, Murrow showed how a fearless reporter can use journalistic skills in the public's service in times of crisis.
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• Useful Links
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U.S. Department of State – Press Freedom
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America.gov – Journalism Under Siege: Threats to Free Media
America.gov examines the role of free media and the challenges facing journalists.
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United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization
– World Press Freedom Day 2009
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Committee to Protect Journalists
CPJ is nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to the global defense of press freedom.
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Freedom House
Through a vast array of international programs and publications, Freedom House is working to advance the remarkable worldwide expansion of political and economic freedom.
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International Center for Journalists
The International Center for Journalists, a non-profit, professional organization, promotes quality journalism worldwide in the belief that independent, vigorous media are crucial in improving the human condition.
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Internews
Internews is an international media development organization whose mission is to empower local media worldwide to give people the news and information they need, the ability to connect, and the means to make their voices heard.
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Reporters Without Borders
In some countries a journalist can be thrown in prison for years for a single offending word or photo. Jailing or killing a journalist removes a vital witness to events and threatens the right of us all to be informed. Reporters Without Borders has fought for press freedom on a daily basis since it was founded in 1985.
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