Stories from 12 July 2016

Global Voices Seeks Contributing Editor for RuNet Echo Project

Interested candidates, please send a résumé, writing sample, and cover letter explaining why you'd be a good candidate for the job.

Written by Kevin Rothrock

12 July 2016

Can Fact-Checking Save Democracy—and Journalism as We Know It?

In the age of copy-paste disinformation, the need for formal fact-checking is more critical than ever.

Written by Filip Stojanovski

12 July 2016

Imprisoned in Iran for Posting Jokes on Facebook, A Computer Engineer Awaits His Appeal Verdict

Political prisoners in Iran are routinely singled out for harsh treatment, which often includes denial of medical care.

Written by Center for Human Rights in Iran

12 July 2016

‘Our Strength as Women Lies in the Differences Among Us': The Central American Feminist Symposium

"[M]y struggle is filled with energy from all of these marvelous and invigorating women, my commitment has new strength..."

Written by Helena Closa

Translated by Andrea Chong Bras

12 July 2016