Committee to Protect Journalists

New York City, United States

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting press freedom and defending the rights of journalists worldwide through advocacy, support, and investigative work.

CCI Score

84.81

-0.02% April 18

Latest Event

CPJ Condemns Trump's Media Crackdown

During the controversy surrounding the Trump administration's dismantling of the U.S. Agency for Global Media, CPJ’s program coordinator, Katherine Jacobsen, warned that the move signals a dangerous retreat from the defense of press freedom and democracy. CPJ highlighted the risks faced by journalists, particularly those working on sensitive issues, and reaffirmed its commitment to protecting press independence.

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Committee to Protect Journalists is currently rated as a Leader.

+45 to +100 CCI Score

Companies in this range actively lead the fight against authoritarianism by rejecting oppressive practices and championing democratic values. They implement robust policies, engage in transparent governance, and drive initiatives that set the standard for corporate responsibility.

Latest Events

APR

15

2025

CPJ Condemns Trump's Media Crackdown
80.00

During the controversy surrounding the Trump administration's dismantling of the U.S. Agency for Global Media, CPJ’s program coordinator, Katherine Jacobsen, warned that the move signals a dangerous retreat from the defense of press freedom and democracy. CPJ highlighted the risks faced by journalists, particularly those working on sensitive issues, and reaffirmed its commitment to protecting press independence.
MAR

30

2025

CPJ Condemns Targeted Killings of Journalists in Gaza
80.00

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) issued a statement condemning the deliberate targeting and killing of journalists in Gaza by Israeli forces, labeling these actions as war crimes and rejecting claims that the victims were terrorists. This public condemnation underscores CPJ's commitment to protecting press freedom in conflict zones.
MAR

24

2025

CPJ Condemns Killing of Journalists in Gaza
90.00

The Committee to Protect Journalists issued a strong statement condemning the killing of Palestinian journalists amid Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, urging international action to safeguard press freedom and hold perpetrators accountable. This public denunciation underscores CPJ's commitment to protecting journalistic integrity and opposing state-sanctioned violence against the press.
MAR

19

2025

Media Rights Advocacy: CPJ Leads Coalition for Press Freedom
89.26

On March 19, 2025, the Committee to Protect Journalists organized a coalition letter with 27 press freedom groups, urging the United States to protect reporters and media workers in the wake of significant cuts to the U.S. Agency for Global Media. This act underscores CPJ's commitment to defending independent journalism against authoritarian measures.
+90

Public and Political Behavior

March 25

CPJ's initiative to mobilize a diverse coalition of media rights groups demonstrates strong public and political behavior. Their advocacy directly challenges authoritarian practices that seek to undermine press freedom, contributing positively to democratic discourse.

Media rights, journalist groups call on US to protect press freedom after USAGM gutted
MAR

07

2025

CPJ and Partners Urge FCC to Protect Press Freedom
84.01

The Committee to Protect Journalists and 16 partner organizations sent a letter to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr on March 7, 2025, urging the agency to uphold editorial independence and refrain from politically motivated investigations, thereby defending press freedom and resisting authoritarian regulatory overreach.
+85

Public and Political Behavior

March 25

CPJ's action represents a strong stance in defense of democratic principles and press freedom. By calling on the FCC to ensure investigations are based on clear evidence rather than political considerations, CPJ is actively resisting authoritarian impulses and supporting an independent press, which is a cornerstone of democratic accountability.

CPJ, partners urge FCC to stop threatening press freedom and free speech
OCT

16

2024

CPJ and Partners Advocate for Stricter Surveillance Technology Export Controls
85.57

On October 15, CPJ joined eight human and digital rights organizations to provide detailed comments to the U.S. Commerce Department. Their recommendations focus on strengthening export controls for surveillance technologies to prevent their misuse in undermining press freedom and enabling authoritarian repression.
+90

Public and Political Behavior

March 25

CPJ's proactive efforts to submit joint comments to the U.S. Commerce Department demonstrate strong advocacy for press freedom and a clear stance against the misuse of surveillance technologies by authoritarian regimes. This action contributes positively to countering authoritarian practices by urging government oversight and stricter export controls over technologies that can be repressive.

CPJ, partners comment on U.S. Commerce Department’s proposed rules on surveillance technology export controls