Silencing the Messenger: Stories of Ten Journalist Attacks in Southeast Asia

Silencing the Messenger: Stories of Ten Journalist Attacks in Southeast Asia sheds light on the alarming rise in violence against journalists across the region. This e-book documents ten significant cases of physical, digital, and legal attacks on media professionals in seven Southeast Asian countries.

Developed by AJI Indonesia in collaboration with seven organizations and supported by UNESCO and the Canadian Embassy, this publication highlights the challenges of achieving justice for victims and the persistent advocacy efforts to uphold press freedom in the region. Beyond raising awareness, it serves as a vital resource for promoting justice and safeguarding press freedom in Southeast Asia.

Download and discover stories of resilience and the fight for truth.

Writers:

Alyssa Mae Clarin, the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP)

Abdul Manan, The Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI)

Khuon Narim, Cambodian Journalists Alliance Association (CamboJA)

Penrose Thitsa, Representative of Mizzima

Teeranai Charuvastra, Prachatai

Wathshlah Naidu and Rahman, Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ), Malaysia

Zevonia Vieira and Alberico Junior da Costa, The Association Journalist Timor Leste (AJTL)

Editor:

Suriani Kempe

Editorial Team:

Febina Galuh Permanasari

Novi Nazmi Kartika

Designer and Layouter:

Ganacatha Art Studio