Publications

This publication is part of the project “Spotlight on Artificial Intelligence and Freedom of Expression” (#SAIFE), 2021.

This special report by the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media focuses on three of the most poignant and current topics related to legal harassment: “extremism” and terrorism related charges under public law; defamation claims under public law; and abusive private lawsuits against journalists and other media workers. The report aims to provide general guidance to the OSCE participating States regarding their related commitments.

Compilation report of the public consultation on the impact of artificial intelligence on free speech.

Survey for the multi-stakeholder consultation in the framework of the project to put a spotlight on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on freedom of expression (#SAIFE).

The new edition of the Safety of Journalists Guidebook takes into account events undertaken by international organizations, governments and non-governmental organizations to create a safer environment for members of the media since the second edition of the Guidebook was published in 2014. It is available in English and Russian.

Factsheet of the #SOFJO Resource Guide.

Resource Guide on the Safety of Female Journalists Online.

This special report by the Office of the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media elaborates on the role of both law enforcement agencies and journalists during public assemblies, and offers observations and recommendations in order for the media to be able to provide coverage of such public events without undue hindrance.

This report specifically examines legal remedies for online attacks against journalists. It looks at three case studies, in Finland, France and Ireland, of female journalists who were viciously attacked online for their work and the ensuing attempts to hold the perpetrators accountable. From an