Why are journalists vulnerable to killings by organized crime?

Welcome to The Ripple Effect from the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

In this episode, we explore the reasons why journalists are vulnerable to killings by organized crime.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Guilherme Canela Godoi – who is currently heading the global unit on freedom of expression and safety of journalists at UNESCO

Frank Smyth, the Senior Advisor for journalist security at the Committee to Protect Journalists.

Pauline Adès-Mével – Editor-in-chief / Spokeswoman at Reporters Without Borders (RSF)

Additional Links

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime