Affiliated media: International Center for Journalists (ICFJ), NGO
Incident date: November 1, 2025
Attack type:
- Selective application of repressive laws
Who attacked: Authorities
Source: Mass Media Defence Centre
Location: Russia, Moscow, Moscow
Additional information:
Russia has designated the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) as an “undesirable organisation.” Founded in Washington in 1984, ICFJ is a non-profit that supports journalism globally through training programs, fellowships, newsroom exchanges, and mentoring. The organisation works with over 70,000 journalists in 180 countries. Under Russian law, taking part in the activities of an “undesirable organisation” can result in administrative or criminal penalties.