Corruption, fear and silence: the state of Greek media today

April 11th, 2013

This article was originally published on opendemocracy.net

Kostas Vaxevanis gives his speech after winning Index on Censorship’s 2013 Journalism Award

Why I would go to jail for my journalistic beliefs

March 22nd, 2013

“Journalism today is not about recording the facts. It ought to be a battle against barbarity and obscurity”, said Greek investigative journalist and award winner Kostas Vaxevanis at this week’s Index on Censorship Freedom of Expression Awards. Read the rest of his compelling speech here

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Index Freedom of Expression Awards 2013

March 21st, 2013

Thursday 21 March, 6.30pm
Inner Temple, London EC4Y 7HL

This year’s Awards are an extraordinary celebration of the courageous and determined individuals around the world who have stood up for free expression, often at great personal risk.

The 2013 Index Awards nominees showcase both some of the biggest stories of the past year and some equally important stories that have slipped under the radar.

Our nominees have all demonstrated in different ways their passionate belief the freedom of expression is a fundamental human right.

Be inspired by this year’s heroes. Celebrate freedom of expression. Support Index on Censorship.

See this year’s nominees here