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Media Law Forum Challenges Sri Lanka Telecommunications (Amendment) Bill in Supreme Court

A Special Determination petition has been filed before the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of the Sri Lanka Telecommunications (Amendment) Bill, recently placed on Parliament’s Order Paper. Media Law Forum (Guarantee) Limited filed the petition, alleging that the Bill’s structure appears to be an effort to curtail expressions of opinion

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Guidelines for the Use of Social Media: Created by Media Law Forum

As of January 2024, the global number of social media users is projected to surpass 5 billion, with Sri Lanka alone accounting for 7.5 million users. Forecasts indicate a substantial rise in Sri Lanka’s social media user base to 21.66 million by 2029. Social media has emerged as a powerful

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The Media Law Forum Workshop Explores Collaborative Strategies for Implementing the Online Safety Act

The Media Law Forum hosted an enriching two-day residential workshop at the esteemed Mount Lavinia Hotel, spanning from May 11th to May 12th, 2024. This workshop served as a pivotal platform for media actors and lawyers to delve into the intricacies of the Online Safety Act. Day one of the

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Celebrating World Press Freedom Day 2024 – “A Press For The Planet: Journalism In The Face Of The Environmental Crisis”

On May 2nd, 2024, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, luminaries from across South Asia convened to commemorate World Press Freedom Day (WPFD) under the overarching theme of “A Press for the Planet: Journalism in the Face of the Environmental Crisis.” This significant event, organized by UNESCO in collaboration with Transparency International Bangladesh

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Addressing Repressive Legislation: Upholding Free Speech and Press Freedom in Hambanthota District

The Media Law Forum organized a discussion forum with journalists and media activists in the Hambanthota district on April 25, 2024. The aim was to provide legal awareness regarding laws pertaining to journalism and the freedom of expression. Fourteen media representatives actively participated in this forum, which was chaired by

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Legal Awareness Workshop on Media Laws and Regulations at Uva Community Radio

On April 24, 2024, the Media Law Forum hosted a comprehensive workshop focusing on the legal intricacies impacting journalism, within the premises of Uva Community Radio. This significant event garnered participation from both the dedicated staff of Uva Community Radio and eager students enrolled in the esteemed Media course offered

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Call for Applications: Lawyers for Residential Workshop on Online Safety Act

The Media Law Forum is organizing a two-day residential workshop tailored for lawyers, focusing on the Online Safety Act and its practical application. This workshop will delve into the provisions of the Online Safety Act and foster collaboration between lawyers and media activists, with the aim of creating an environment

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Call for Applications: Media Actors for Residential Workshop on Online Safety Act

The Media Law Forum is organizing a comprehensive two-day residential workshop aimed at media actors focusing on the Online Safety Act. This workshop is designed to delve into the relevant provisions of the Act and facilitate collaboration between media actors and lawyers. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills necessary

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“The Media Law Forum Releases Five Articles on Legal Provisions and Hate Speech”

“The Media Law Forum has painstakingly developed five articles to enlighten readers on the complexities of legal provisions and hate speech, thereby contributing to a broader discourse on these critical issues. With a steadfast commitment to linguistic diversity, we are proud to present two articles each in English and Tamil,

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Awareness program on the Online Safety Act for lawyers

Media Law Forum organized an Awareness Program on the Online Safety Act tailored for lawyers, which took place on the 3rd of April 2024, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Galle Face Hotel. The event featured esteemed resource persons who brought invaluable expertise to the discussions: President Counsel

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