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Kryeqyteti prin me raste të dhunës ndaj grave: “Gjendja është edhe më keq se sa raportohet”

Kryeqyteti prin me raste të dhunës ndaj grave: “Gjendja është edhe më keq se sa raportohet”

Shkruan: Hateme Smajli … Vetëm gjatë muajit shkurt të vitit 2025, në rajonin e Prishtinës janë raportuar 53 raste të dhunës në familje, ku viktima janë gratë. Sipas raportit të Policisë së Kosovës, numri më i madh i këtyre rasteve, gjithsej 30, është regjistruar në komunën e Prishtinës…

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SafeJournalists: Threatening Rhetoric by Public Official Puts Journalists at Risk in Kosovo

SafeJournalists: Threatening Rhetoric by Public Official Puts Journalists at Risk in Kosovo

The SafeJournalists Network strongly condemns the threatening and defamatory rhetoric used by Sami Kurteshi, a member of the Central Election Commission (CEC) of Kosovo, against the Association of Journalists of Kosovo (AJK) and the Network of Women Journalists of Kosovo (NWJK).

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SafeJournalists: Unacceptable Attack on Woman Journalist in Montenegro

SafeJournalists: Unacceptable Attack on Woman Journalist in Montenegro

The SafeJournalists Network strongly condemns the attack on Dušanka Pejović, a journalist from the Public Broadcaster of Montenegro (RTCG), which took place on March 9th in Podgorica. We welcome the prompt response by the police and prosecution…

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SDG Talks with Atifete Jahjaga

SDG Talks with Atifete Jahjaga

The Association of Journalists of Kosovo (AJK) and the Kosovo Women Journalists Network had the honor of welcoming the first woman President of Kosovo, Ms. Atifete Jahjaga, as part of the latest edition of the SDG Talks. In an inspiring conversation, Ms. Jahjaga shared her journey…

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AJK condemns the sexist language of Mayor Rama's advisor directed at journalist Meridiana Statovci

AJK condemns the sexist language of Mayor Rama's advisor directed at journalist Meridiana Statovci

The Association of Journalists of Kosovo (AJK) strongly condemns the sexist, unacceptable, and degrading language used by Visar Geci against KOHA journalist Meridiana Statovci. Geci, who serves as an advisor to the Mayor of Pristina, Përparim Rama…

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AJK expresses concern over the measures taken against RTK editors

AJK expresses concern over the measures taken against RTK editors

The Association of Journalists of Kosovo (AJK) expresses deep concern following the confirmation of the punishment of three editors of the Public Broadcaster, RTK, by the Television Director, Rilind Gërvalla. Jehona Zhitia, Valon Bajrami…

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AJK condemns the scandalous, threatening, and inciting language of the member of the CEC, Sami Kurteshi

AJK condemns the scandalous, threatening, and inciting language of the member of the CEC, Sami Kurteshi

The Association of Journalists of Kosovo (AJK) strongly condemns the repeated insults and threats made by the member of the Central Election Commission (CEC), Sami Kurteshi, against the media, including a scandalous statement made this Wednesday.

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Kur dhunohesh në vendin më të sigurtë- Nën çatinë e shtëpisë tënde

Kur dhunohesh në vendin më të sigurtë- Nën çatinë e shtëpisë tënde

Shkruan: Altiana Zogaj dhe Amantina Hasani … Frank Baum thotë se nuk ka vend si shtëpia. Ky është edhe përshkrimi më i shpeshtë i cdo fotografie ku nën objektivin e kamerës është objekti ku shpenzohet koha më së shumti jashtë angazhimeve profesionale. Por…

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SafeJournalists, Media Freedom Rapid Response and NGO-s: TikTok ban in Albania threatens freedom of expression ahead of general elections

SafeJournalists, Media Freedom Rapid Response and NGO-s: TikTok ban in Albania threatens freedom of expression ahead of general elections

SafeJournalists Network (SJN), the Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) partners, and civil society organizations express serious concern regarding the Albanian Council of Ministers’ decision on March 6, 2025, to suspend nationwide access to the TikTok platform for 12 months.

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SafeJournalists: Women Journalists in Western Balkans are Often Target of Threats, Sexist Insults and Comments on Internet

SafeJournalists: Women Journalists in Western Balkans are Often Target of Threats, Sexist Insults and Comments on Internet

On International Women’s Day, March 8, the SafeJournalists Network reminds that the position of women journalists in the Western Balkans has not changed significantly compared to the previous year. The most frequent attacks occur on the internet, especially on social media…

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In the final part of the conference, we followed the discussion of the Third Panel: Women Journalists of Kosovo in Focus

In the final part of the conference, we followed the discussion of the Third Panel: Women Journalists of Kosovo in Focus

The Third Panel brought to focus the stories, challenges, and contributions of women journalists in Kosovo. The discussion was moderated by Larisa Halilović, Team Leader, WB Media for Change, British Council, with the following panelists: • Artiola Babuni – Coordinator and Researcher…

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The conference continues with the discussion of the Second Panel: Regional Cooperation through the SafeJournalists Network

The conference continues with the discussion of the Second Panel: Regional Cooperation through the SafeJournalists Network

Journalists face common challenges across the region, making cross-border cooperation essential for their protection and the strengthening of press freedom.

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The conference continues with the First Panel: Empowering Women Journalists' Networks

The conference continues with the First Panel: Empowering Women Journalists' Networks

The First Panel began with an important discussion on strengthening women journalists' networks, emphasizing the importance of regional cooperation to help women in media overcome challenges and create more inclusive and sustainable journalism. The discussion was moderated by Vlora Tuzi Nushi…

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The International Women's Day begins with the conference "Women Journalists in the Spotlight"

The International Women's Day begins with the conference "Women Journalists in the Spotlight"

Women in media play a key role in building a more just and informed society. Through their reporting, they bring new perspectives, challenge gender stereotypes, and drive positive change. In this spirit, the Association of Journalists of Kosovo and the Women Journalists Network…

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Condolence Telegram for the Passing of Professor Ahmet Qeriqi

Condolence Telegram for the Passing of Professor Ahmet Qeriqi

With deep sorrow, we received the news of the passing of Professor Ahmet Qeriqi, one of the founders of Radio Kosova e Lirë and a distinguished figure in journalism in our country. His invaluable contribution to the field of media, both before and after the war…

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Storje suksesi: Si arriti QKRMT të nominohet për Çmimin Nobel për Paqe

Storje suksesi: Si arriti QKRMT të nominohet për Çmimin Nobel për Paqe

Shkruan: Adea Hajrizi … Qendra Kosovare për Rehabilitimin e të Mbijetuarëve të Torturës pas punës së saj 25 vje ç are, më 16 janar të këtij viti është nominuar për Çmimin Nobel për Paqe, nominim ky që është bërë nga deputeti i Parlamentit suedez, Magnus Jacobsson…

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Dhuna në baza gjinore tek komuniteti rom në Kosovë: Zërat e Heshtur

Dhuna në baza gjinore tek komuniteti rom në Kosovë: Zërat e Heshtur

Shkruan: Gynesh Veshall … Dhuna në baza gjinore mbetet një problem shqetësues në mbarë botën, përfshirë edhe Kosovën. Në këtë kontekst, komuniteti rom përballet me sfida të shumëfishta, përfshirë margjinalizimin socio-ekonomik, diskriminimin dhe mungesën e qasjes në shërbime mbështetëse.

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MFRR and SafeJournalists condemn adoption of foreign agent legislation in Bosnia’s entity Republika Srpska

MFRR and SafeJournalists condemn adoption of foreign agent legislation in Bosnia’s entity Republika Srpska

The Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) partners and SafeJournalists Network (SJN) strongly condemn the adoption of legislation in the Republika Srpska entity in Bosnia and Herzegovina which will establish a “special registry” of NGOs, many of which are independent media.

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AJK condemns the repeated attacks of the Acting Prime Minister, Albin Kurti, against the media

AJK condemns the repeated attacks of the Acting Prime Minister, Albin Kurti, against the media

The Acting Prime Minister and leader of the Vetëvendosje Movement, Albin Kurti, continued his attacks on the media this Tuesday. "My judgment is that the Prosecution is more interested in filling the front pages of an oligarch's portal than in delivering justice," Kurti stated in Gjilan.

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Serbia: MFRR and SafeJournalists urgently call to stop targeting and intimidating journalists

Serbia: MFRR and SafeJournalists urgently call to stop targeting and intimidating journalists

The Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) partners, together with the SafeJournalists Network (SJN), strongly condemn the escalating and systematic attacks on journalists and NGOs in Serbia, where violence, obstruction…

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