Applications invited for our Student Mentoring Programme
The CJA-UK mentorship scheme for young aspirant journalists, now in its third year, has grown in size every year. In 2025 just over 20 successful applicants, from among journalism students and those working on student newspapers, have been paired with experienced mentors. The panel of mentors includes many senior figures with a background in national […]
Freedom of Expression a key issue at CHOGM
As Heads of Government prepare to approve the Commonwealth Principles on Freedom of Expression at their summit in Samoa, a side event is exploring practical ways in which the organisation can strengthen this most fundamental of rights into the future. The session, hosted by several organisations including the CJA and the Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative, […]
Media Freedom Breakthrough
Commonwealth Law Ministers have unanimously agreed to recommend a newly-revised set of Commonwealth Principles on Freedom of Expression and the Role of the Media in Good Governance https://tinyurl.com/32jawnpc to Commonwealth Leaders to consider at the next Heads of Government Meeting. The breakthrough came at a Law Ministers meeting in Mauritius, and follows years of campaigning […]