The US-Iran MOU as currently formulated is likely to deepen repression for the Iranian people. The US can still shape an ...

A country or territory’s Freedom in the World status depends on its aggregate Political Rights score, on a scale of 0–40, and its aggregate Civil Liberties score, on a scale of 0–60. See the ...

At least 55 governments around the world restrict freedom of movement in order to punish, coerce, or control people they view as threats or political opponents. The four main tactics for controlling ...

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As Freedom House marks its 85th anniversary, we're asking you to join our Investing in Freedom's Future campaign. Global freedom has been in decline for two decades — and your support will sustain our ...

Freedom House’s history is inextricably linked with that of the United States during the period leading up to and immediately following the Second World War. In 1941, at a time when isolationism and ...

Freedom House is led by Chief Executive Officer Jamie Fly and President Gerardo Berthin. The daily work of the organization is conducted by staff members in Washington, New York, and around the world.

The people of Hong Kong, a special administrative region of China, traditionally enjoyed substantial civil liberties and the rule of law under their local constitution, the Basic Law. However, the ...

Protecting and Promoting Internet Freedom For Policymakers Protect privacy and security Strictly regulate the use of surveillance tools and personal-data collection by government and law enforcement ...

The world’s authoritarian regimes seek to repress citizens who demand a society where all are free. But the repression does not stop at the border. Increasingly, these regimes understand that domestic ...

Explore the latest edition of Freedom in the World 2024: The Mounting Damage of Flawed Elections and Armed Conflict to learn more about the latest global trends. Explore Free Them All: The Fred Hiatt ...

Katie LaRoque is the Director for Policy and Advocacy at Freedom House, where she oversees global advocacy efforts in priority countries and on key thematic areas related to combating transnational ...