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Community Information Centers in Azerbaijan Stand on Their Own July 20, 2012 Across Azerbaijan there are 19 Community Information Centers newly graduated from United States government support to being fully operated by local NGOs. Although Internet access in Azerbaijan is growing, Internet services, particularly in the regions, remain expensive and much of the country’s Internet usage takes place in Internet clubs or at the workplace. To help bridge the gap, IREX, with support from USAID, partnered with local organizations and equipped 19 centers with computers, internet access and Wi-Fi spots. The centers offer courses and internet access to users, free of charge.	New Media Program Launching in Mozambique July 10, 2012 IREX is pleased to launch a five-year Media Strengthening Program (MSP) in Mozambique. IREX will work with professional and community reporters, media managers, journalism educators, advocacy organizations and civil society to strengthen the quality of news and information available to citizens. The program will develop innovative approaches to an open, diverse and self-sustaining media sector that provides Mozambicans with platforms for engaging in informed dialogue encouraging accountability and development. The $10 million MSP is funded by USAID with additional assistance from the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
Press Advocates Urge Kurdistan Authorities to Protect Journalists July 9, 2012 by Salih Waladbagi A group of prominent journalists, judges, police and politicians recently urged authorities to put an end to voilations of press freedom in Kurdistan. Iraqi journalists have long faced intimidation and harassment from security forces. The country is still considered one of the most dangerous places on earth for those in the profession.	Pakistani Student Takes Culture to the Airwaves July 9, 2012 by Sarah Bushman Students at Minnesota State University-Moorhead got an unexpected ‘Journey to Pakistan’ this past semester, thanks to a young Pakistani woman, Zahra, who found her public voice after coming to the U.S. Though students had never before enjoyed a program hosted by an international student, Zahra quickly gained followers through what became a popular campus radio show.
Africans Optimistic on Development in Africa July 2, 2012 There is optimism in African development despite often-gloomy headlines. That was the central message delivered recently by a panel of African experts, donors and policymakers at “Beyond Kony 2012: Championing African Leaders.” They discussed the important role Africans play in building stronger institutions in their own diverse countries.	Announcing the Winners of the 2012 Make a Better World Photo Contest June 29, 2012 IREX is pleased to announce the winners of its Make a Better World Photo Contest. The contest received 2,400 submissions from over 120 countries in an effort to best capture IREX’s tagline, “Make a Better World.” A panel of expert judges selected winning photos based on both artistic merit and their demonstration of one or more of IREX’s seven focus areas; IREX’s friends and followers on social media also helped select the “People’s Choice” winner.
After 10 Years, Ukraine Media Program Leaves Lasting Legacy June 13, 2012 Hennadiy Serheyev and his crew at TV Chernivitsi have come a long way to become one of the premiere news resources in their city, thanks to a partnership with WFIE in Indiana. It's just one of 28 similar partnerships that grew out of an effort to strengthen Ukraine's media sector.	Join IREX at the Aid and International Development Forum June 1, 2012 IREX will be participating for the first time at the Aid and International Development Forum (AIDF) June 6 -7, 2012. We look forward to interacting with our peer NGO leaders, policy makers and private sector representatives and exploring ways to leverage our global cross-cutting work in civil society, education, media, conflict resolution, gender, technology and youth. Be sure to stop by our table at N19 in Hall D at the Washington Convention Center.
Making A Better World In Africa May 24, 2012 Although IREX began its work in the Soviet Union more than 40 years ago, today we implement a wide portfolio of programs in 41 countries in Africa. More than 20% of our program budget goes to African civil society actors, journalists, teachers, youth, and community leaders. Our programs draw on local expertise, NGOs and staff to deliver sustainable solutions well-suited for the African context. In honor of Africa Day, and the in spirit of unity and diversity it commemorates, we are pleased to share our new factsheet on IREX in Africa and some snapshots and thoughts from recent IREX visits to Africa.	Scenes from Tunisia: World Press Freedom Day 2012 May 14, 2012 This year’s official celebration of World Press Freedom Day in Tunisia brought together over 700 media professionals, freedom of expression advocates, and development experts to discuss key trends in media freedom globally. IREX again played a key role.