The war in Ukraine is not only a devastating military war. It is also a war marked by sophisticated disinformation.
Society’s defence to disinformation is independent truth-seeking journalism.
Jointly, the World Association of News Publishers, Global Forum for Media Development represent more than 18 000 media outlets, media development organisations and non-profit journalism organisations worldwide.
Together we support journalists who dare to stand up to repressive regimes by exposing facts and abuses of power, allowing people in Ukraine, Russia and the rest of the world to make their own informed decisions.
Fernando de Yarza Lopez-Madrazo, President WAN-IFRA
Warren Fernandez, President of the World Editors Forum
Kersti Forsberg, Director Fojo Media Institute
Cherilyn Ireton, Executive Director World Editors Forum, WAN-IFRA
Mira Milosevic, GFMD Executive Director
Vincent Peyrègne, CEO WAN-IFRA
Zoe Titus, GFMD Chairperson and Namibia Media Trust Director
Melanie Walker, Executive Director, Media Development & Women in News, WAN-IFRA