Committee to Protect Journalists

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization that works to advocate and protect the rights of journalists around the world.

Committee to Protect Journalists
AbbreviationCPJ
Formation1981 (1981)
Type501(c)3 nonprofit organization[1]
Tax ID no.
13-3081500
PurposePress freedom and journalist human rights
HeadquartersNew York City, New York
Location
Region served
International
President
Jodie Ginsberg
AffiliationsInternational Freedom of Expression Exchange
Websitecpj.org

It is based in New York City. Its main goal is to make sure that journalists can report news freely without facing threats, violence or censorship. The CPJ monitors cases of journalists who are imprisoned, harassed or attacked because of their work.[2] It also raises awareness about the importance of a free press and freedom of expression. By doing so, the CPJ helps to protect journalists and uphold the principles of journalism that are crucial in a democratic society.

References

  1. "Charity Navigator - IRS Data for Committee to Protect Journalists". Archived from the original on 6 September 2015. Retrieved 31 October 2019.
  2. "Committee to Protect Journalists". Philanthropy News Digest. 10 July 2001.

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