The PEN Pod: Tough Questions with Suzanne Nossel
“We are absolutely dependent on the role of journalists in helping us sort through fact from fiction, understand the science, know how to keep ourselves safe.” More
[RECAP] What Professors Need to Know about Online Hate and Harassment
Hundreds of participants viewed PEN America’s Campus Free Speech Program session, as panelists discussed online attacks and abuse that faculty can prepare for, defend against, and combat. More
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Why You Should Dox Yourself (Sort Of)
If you’re at risk for online abuse, there are some unexpected steps you can take to protect yourself. More
Washington Post Must Clarify Suspension of Journalist
"Journalists undergoing vicious harassment online need the support of their employers in order to withstand abuse and have the fortitude to continue their work." More
PEN America Awarded $250K in Support from Craig Newmark Philanthropies to Fight Disinformation and Harassment Online
“During a fraught political moment, we’re especially honored that Craig is doubling down on his contributions to our vital work in promoting truth and transparency and defending journalists and… More
DARE: Federal Judge Rules to Reinstate PEN America Member Brian Karem’s White House Press Pass
A DC District Court judge ruled against the White House and ordered the Trump administration to reinstate the hard press pass for reporter and PEN American Member Brian Karem. More
DARE: Startup Provides Insurance against Online Harassment
Startup company provides support for targets of online harassment through employee benefits for businesses to purchase. (See PEN America's resources and... More
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Cameroonian journalist Samuel Wazizi, who was arrested in August for criticizing the government's handling of a separatist revolt, has died in detention, rights group Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has said. Read more about it here: https://bit.ly/2UeRkIY
Join @EuropaEditions for an exclusive advance reading of #ElenaFerrante’s forthcoming novel on Tuesday 6/23 with Ferrante’s international publishers, translators, and celebrity fans. All donations go directly to PEN America’s Writers’ Emergency Fund! http://bit.ly/2TsSCzC
Mexicans have responded with outrage after a man was found beaten to death hours after he was arrested by police officers for not wearing a face mask in public. Anti-police protests erupted on Thursday in Guadalajara, the country’s second-largest city. https://bit.ly/2UeRcJu