Media Freedom Coalition
About the MFC
Media freedom is an integral element of democracy, human rights, global security and prosperity.
The MFC brings together 50 countries from six continents to promote media freedom through advocacy, diplomatic interventions, legal reforms, events and funding. In carrying out this work, governments of the MFC – as well as their embassies – work closely with civil society, legal experts, multilateral organisations and journalists themselves.
Latest News
Highlights from the MFC Secretariat’s Annual Survey
Earlier this year the MFC Secretariat prepared a survey which was sent to the key stakeholders within the Coalition’s network. The aim was to find out what these stakeholders think about the Coalition’s activities and impact
Power and importance of journalism underlined at open government summit in Estonia
A diverse panel at the 2023 OGP Summit in Estonia discussed the vital importance of media freedom – not only as a pillar of democracy
Policy case study: the impact of digital platforms paying for news in Australia
Policies that make tech giants pay for news are on the rise. So how did the pioneer Australian version help smaller media outlets
“It means a lot”: journalists say how the MFC’s embassy network in Bangladesh makes a difference
The MFC’s network of embassies in Bangladesh launched in February 2023. So how has it been promoting media freedom, and what has it meant to journalists
Turning talk into action: how the MFC is following up on its strategic workshop
In May 2023 over 50 senior figures from governments, academia, the legal profession, media freedom organisations, and organisations representing journalists themselves
“They gave me freedom”: journalists on the importance of safe refuge from MFC countries
Yegor Skovoroda knew that his work and life were facing upheaval five days after Russia began its invasion of Ukraine. Russian authorities blocked the news website Mediazona
Recent Statements
Media Freedom Coalition Statement on Transnational Repression of Journalists and Media Workers
The undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition express their concern about the increasing acts of transnational repression directed at journalists and media workers
Media Freedom Coalition’s Co-Chairs’ Statement on the Membership of Sudan
Estonia and the Netherlands, as co-chairs of the Media Freedom Coalition, give notice that Sudan has been removed as a member of the MFC.
Members
The Media Freedom Coalition comprises member countries from six continents, all of which have signed the Global Pledge on Media Freedom.
The Coalition is led by two rotating Co-chairs, while an Executive Group of approximately eight countries provides strategic direction.
Events
OGP Summit Session: Media Freedom as a Catalyst of Open Government, Dialogue and Accountability
Free and independent media is an essential pillar of a democratic society – and truly open government both requires media freedom and can enable it. This high-level session brings to light the importance of media freedom, access to information, and the safety of journalists to open government, and demonstrates how
