The Weapen

Background

They may not always be universally popular, but journalists are an essential part of democracy and freedom of information, digging away to tell stories some would rather hide, challenging governments and holding power to account.

But in these troubled times, journalists all around the world are victims of violence.

Reporters Without Borders is an international NGO, based in Paris and linked to UNESCO and the Council of Europe. Its role is to defend and promote freedom of information, and stand up for journalists who pursue those ideals.

In 2015, 144 journalists were killed or murdered.