CPJ is an abbreviation that stands for the Committee to Protect Journalists. It is a non-governmental organization (NGO) that is dedicated to promoting press freedom and safeguarding the rights of journalists. CPJ was founded in 1981 and operates globally to defend journalists who face threats, imprisonment, or violence in their line of work.
The primary objectives of CPJ include monitoring and reporting on press freedom violations, advocating for the release of journalists imprisoned for their work, providing legal and financial support to journalists in need, and raising awareness about the crucial role of an independent media in fostering democracy. The organization serves as a watchdog, holding authorities accountable for actions that suppress press freedom and working towards creating a safe environment for journalists to operate.
CPJ maintains close partnerships with various national and international media organizations, human rights groups, and legal entities to effectively carry out its mission. Through research, advocacy, and coordination with local journalists and organizations, CPJ strives to ensure that journalists can report freely and without fear of reprisal.
The work of CPJ is guided by the principles of impartiality, transparency, and the belief that freedom of information is a fundamental human right. The organization actively promotes an open and inclusive media landscape, where journalists can operate independently and without undue influence.
