World Press Freedom Day
When
2 May 2013 (All day) - 4 May 2013 (All day)
Where
San Jose, Costa Rica
Organized by
UNESCO and the Government of Costa Rica
The OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, Dunja Mijatović, will attend an event marking the 20th World Press Freedom Day in San Jose, Costa Rica, on 2-4 May 2013. (iStockphoto)
The OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, Dunja Mijatović, will attend an event marking the 20th World Press Freedom Day in San Jose, Costa Rica. On 3 May, the world will celebrate the 20th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day — a day to stand up for freedom of expression and the safety of journalists across print, broadcast and online media.
The theme for 2013 is “Safe to Speak: Securing Freedom of Expression in All Media”, which focuses on the safety of journalists, the issue of impunity, and online safety. There is also a special focus on the implementation of the UN Plan of Action on the Safety of Journalists and the Issue of Impunity. For more information on the World Press Freedom Day, please visit UNESCO’s website.