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Human Rights

Privacy vs. Accountability: Countering Regulations that Affect Investigative Journalists

9:15am - 10:30am on Saturday, November 22
KLCC Level 4 - Room 401

About This Session

Investigative journalism is increasingly threatened by restrictive regulations and abuse by bad-faith actors launching SLAPP suits in many countries. This panel examines diverse regulatory frameworks worldwide, from Europe's GDPR influence to emerging regional standards. Attendees will learn tailored strategies to counter legal threats and navigate "right to be forgotten" challenges while protecting press freedom and public accountability across different jurisdictions.

Speakers

Haruna Mohammed Salisu

Founder/Publisher
WikkiTimes

Léna Perczel

Legal Officer
Hungarian Civil Liberties Union (TASZ)

María Teresa Ronderos

Director
El CLIP

Pádraig Hughes

Legal Director
Media Defence

Rahma Behi

Senior Reporter
AlQatiba

Moderator

Christopher Acosta

Director of the Latin American Conference on Investigative Journalism (COLPIN)
Press and Society Institute (IPYS)