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Strengthening Journalism : Legal Awareness program in Supreme TV Newsroom

Media Law Forum conducted legal awareness programs in the Supreme TV newsrooms on April 2nd, 2024, aiming to build journalists’ capacity on media laws and enhance their understanding of legal frameworks governing journalism. The primary objective was to increase the capacity of journalists, editors, news managers, and staff members in

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Discussion Forum on Online Safety Act and Role of Media Activists

The Media Law Forum’s discussion on March 12, 2024, at the Foundation Institute in Colombo addressed critical aspects of the Online Safety Act and the evolving role of social media activists within this legal framework. Prominent legal figures such as RTI Commissioner AAL Jagath Liyana Arachchi, AAL Jayantha Dehiattage, and

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Empowering Journalists and media activists in Rathnapura : Navigating Legal and Political Landscapes for Freedom of Expression

The Media Law Forum recently organized a workshop in Rathnapura, aiming to educate journalists and media activists on media laws in Sri Lanka. The event provided insights into existing media laws and highlighted recent legislative changes affecting the media landscape. Participants gained a deeper understanding of constitutional provisions, police ordinances,

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Empowering Future Media Professionals: Navigating the Changing Landscape of Media Regulations

In a strategic initiative aimed at equipping the next generation of media professionals, a symposium titled “Navigating the Changing Landscape of Media Regulations” was recently conducted for third-year undergraduate students pursuing a Mass Communication Honors Degree at the University of Jaffna. This insightful event sought to enhance the legal literacy

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Networking Event in Vavuniya : Workshop Designed to address Critical Issues Related to Freedom of Expression in the Country

The Media Law Forum recently orchestrated a networking event in Vavuniya, Sri Lanka, with a specific focus on the Northern Province. Conducted on the evening of November 5, 2023, the workshop was designed to address critical issues related to freedom of expression in the country. The primary goal of the

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discussion forum : ‘Strengthening Capacities of Journalists in Using Legal Tools to Address Hate Speech and Call for Law Reforms in Sri Lanka’

On the morning of November 05, 2023, in Vavniya, an event coordinated by the Media Law Forum, a prominent advocate for legal discussions pertaining to media, represented a significant stride in the continuous efforts to enhance the capabilities of journalists in addressing the widespread issue of hate speech. Positioned within

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Empowering Media Activists: Media Law Forum Hosts Awareness Program on Freedom of Expression

On December 11th, an insightful awareness program organized by the Media Law Forum was held at the Garden Beach Hotel, Kalutara. Aimed at media activists, this event sought to educate participants about the right to freedom of expression and how to exercise this fundamental right responsibly in new and social

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