Michael Atit is a radio journalist, reporter, and stringer with Voice of America; South Sudan in Focus’ program. He reports on current events and breaking news from Juba the capital of South Sudan and the region. Previously, Michael worked with Voice of Hope radio under Catholic Radio Network to ...

Sudanese Pro-Democracy Coalition Calls For End to Armed Conflict

31 Jul 2023  |  www.voaafrica.com  |  English  |  Pro-Democracy Movements

Sudanese civilians, representing a coalition of political parties, urged an end to the armed conflict that started on April 15. The pro-democracy coalition held their first meeting since the outbreak of fighting between the Sudanese Army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.

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Kris Cheng is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom, freelancing for Voice of America. I previously covered politics, Greater China and diplomacy from Hong Kong, mostly with the Hong Kong Free Press.

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Hong Kong Authorities 'Brainwashing' Convicted Pro-Democracy Activists

14 Apr 2023  |  www.voanews.com  |  English  |  Pro-Democracy Movements

Hong Kong's Correctional Services Department is accused of using brainwashing tactics to deradicalize jailed pro-democracy activists, similar to methods used in China's Xinjiang region. Former inmates report being forced to watch pro-China videos and undergo political indoctrination. Human rights advocates warn that these measures aim to suppress dissent and call for international attention to prevent further escalation. The department claims the programs are voluntary and focus on rehabilitation, but critics argue they are a form of political repression.

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Kristen Chick is a journalist based in the UK and working throughout Europe and the Middle East. She reports on gender, conflict, and migration.

Congo's pro-democracy movement

04 Oct 2018  |  Los Angeles Times  |  English  |  Pro-democracy movements

The article discusses the pro-democracy movements in the Democratic Republic of Congo, led by young activists like Alain Mulumba Kabeya and Eunice Etaka. Despite facing threats, arrests, and violence from security forces, these activists are committed to advocating for democracy and government accountability. They focus on community engagement and educating citizens about their rights. The article highlights the government's response to these movements, the political context with President Joseph Kabila's extended stay in power, and the upcoming elections. It also touches on the role of international organizations like Human Rights Watch and the Congo Research Group in documenting the situation. The story of Rossy Mukendi, a pro-democracy activist killed during a protest, underscores the risks involved in this struggle for change.

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Joe Cochrane is award-winning foreign correspondent and editor based in Jakarta, Indonesia. He has covered Indonesia and Southeast Asia for the past 24 years for leading global media including The New York Times and Newsweek magazine. He is a former war correspondent with multiple tours in ...

Burma’s River of News

19 Oct 2009  |  Foreign Policy  |  English  |  Pro-Democracy Movements

The Irrawaddy, a monthly news magazine based in Chiang Mai, Thailand, penetrates Burma's tightly controlled media landscape through an underground network of contacts and informers. Despite high risks, the publication provides exclusive insights into Burma's political struggles, health issues, and social life. Founded by Aung Zaw, the magazine has grown from a four-page newsletter to an influential publication with an international circulation. Funded by international grants, The Irrawaddy maintains an independent stance, often criticizing both the ruling junta and exiled pro-democracy groups. The magazine's anti-junta stance is evident, though it strives for balanced reporting.

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Helen Davidson is a journalist based in Taipei, Taiwan. Previously reporting on immigration, Indigenous affairs, and the Asia Pacific for Guardian Australia, she is now a correspondent covering China and the region for the Guardian.

‘The old days are no more’: Hong Kong goes quiet as security laws tighten their grip

12 Apr 2024  |  the Guardian  |  English  |  Pro-Democracy Movements

Mount Zero, an independent bookstore in Hong Kong, closed on March 31 due to repeated inspections by authorities, marking a symbolic end to the city's vibrant literary spaces. Hong Kong faces a new reality with two national security laws that critics argue suppress dissent. The 2019-2020 pro-democracy protests seem a distant memory as individuals can now be jailed for minor acts deemed seditious. Few have been arrested under the 2020 national security law, but many have been detained for rioting and other offences. Article 23, a local security law, adds to the government's arsenal against treason, espionage, and foreign interference. The mass trial of pro-democracy figures, including Joshua Wong and Benny Tai, has faced international criticism, with the accused facing life sentences. Jimmy Lai, a British citizen, also faces trial for collusion. Despite government efforts to portray normalcy, NGOs and media outlets have closed, and activists feel Hong Kong is losing its distinctiveness. Veteran politician Emily Lau calls for dialogue and the preservation of freedom of expression.

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Florence de Changy is a journalist based in Hong Kong since 2007 who works mostly in French and English.
She is the correspondent for French daily Le Monde and the French National Radio, Radio France, as well as RFI (Radio France International). She also does TV itws, with F24, TV5, Deutsche Welle....

Hongkong: Jimmy Lai and seven other activists sentenced to prison terms following the banned June 4 vigil

13 Dec 2021  |  www.lemonde.fr  |  French  |  Pro-Democracy Movements

Jimmy Lai, founder of the pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily, along with former journalist Gwyneth Ho and human rights lawyer Chow Hang-tung, were sentenced to prison terms for their involvement in the banned June 4 vigil in Hong Kong. They were among the few who pleaded not guilty among the twenty activists charged with 'illegal assembly.' Other prominent pro-democracy figures, including Lee Cheuk-yan, also received prison sentences. The vigil commemorates the victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre, a significant event in Hong Kong's history.

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Vijitra Duangdee is a journalist based in Bangkok, Thailand.

Asia’s #MilkTeaAlliance has a new target brewing – the generals behind the Myanmar coup

05 Feb 2021  |  South China Morning Post  |  English  |  Pro-Democracy Movements

The #MilkTeaAlliance, a meme-driven pro-democracy movement, has expanded to include Myanmar following the military coup that ousted Aung San Suu Kyi's civilian government. Generation Z activists in Myanmar are using social media and the symbol of milk tea to unite against entrenched power. Celebrities like Paing Takhon and Hnin Thway Yu Aung have shown defiance through social media, while hashtags supporting Myanmar have trended heavily. The movement highlights a generational divide in Southeast Asia, with younger people advocating for human rights and democracy against older values of hierarchy and nationalism.

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Anna Kam is a journalist based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

Hong Kong's pro-democracy parties sweeping pro-Beijing establishment aside in local elections

25 Nov 2019  |  nationthailand  |  English  |  Pro-Democracy Movements

Pro-democracy parties in Hong Kong have made significant gains against the pro-Beijing establishment in local elections, securing a majority in at least 12 of 18 district councils. This marks a stark contrast to the 2015 elections where pro-Beijing parties dominated. The elections, which saw a record turnout of over 71%, have been interpreted as a referendum on the city's handling of the ongoing protests. Prominent figures in the protest movement won seats, while many pro-establishment figures were unseated. The results reflect a clear message from voters in support of democratic freedoms and against the extradition bill that sparked the protests.

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Violet Law is a tri-lingual American journalist currently based in Hong Kong and southern China. She has filed for The Associated Press, The Economist, the Los Angeles Times, the Christian Science Monitor, USA Today, etc.

30 years later, the ‘lasting tragedy’ of Tiananmen Square

04 Jun 2019  |  PBS.org  |  English  |  Pro-Democracy Movements

Thirty years after the Tiananmen Square massacre, the Chinese government continues to suppress any commemoration of the event, maintaining a narrative of stability and control. The crackdown on pro-democracy protests in 1989, which resulted in significant loss of life, remains a sensitive topic in China, with the government using it as a warning against future dissent. The legacy of Tiananmen has shaped China's domestic policies, emphasizing nationalism and preventing liberal reforms within the Communist Party. Internationally, the event is remembered as a symbol of the struggle for democracy, with ongoing discussions about its impact on China's political landscape.

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HAMED MOHAMMADI is a journalist based in Berlin, Germany.

Reza Pahlavi, Iranian Democracy Campaigners Convene in Online Conference

11 Jun 2021  |  kayhanlife.com  |  English  |  Pro-Democracy Movements

Iran’s Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi and various political activists and pro-democracy campaigners convened in an online conference titled 'No to the Islamic Republic, Yes to National Unity' on June 11. The conference emphasized the need for national unity and collective will to achieve popular sovereignty and free elections in Iran. Key speakers, including Reza Pahlavi, Fatemeh Sepehri, and Narges Mansouri, called for unity among opposition groups and boycotting the upcoming presidential elections. The event highlighted the public's disillusionment with the current regime and the importance of a non-violent transition to a democratic system.

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