In a decisive move to safeguard press freedom in North Macedonia, the Council of Europe has launched specialized Anti-SLAPPs training aimed at empowering journalists against strategic lawsuits designed to silence them. As legal actions intended to intimidate and burden reporters with costly court battles increase, this initiative seeks to bolster the resilience and legal expertise of media professionals, ensuring they can continue to operate without fear of harassment. The training marks a significant step in reinforcing democratic values and the right to free expression in the region amid growing concerns over attempts to undermine independent journalism.
Anti-SLAPPs Training Empowers Journalists to Defend Press Freedom in North Macedonia
Journalists in North Macedonia are gaining crucial tools to combat Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs), which have increasingly been used to intimidate and silence investigative reporting. In a recent training session…
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Author : Caleb Wilson
Publish date : 2025-09-06 23:40:00
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