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PEN Sydney Magazine November Issue 2025
PEN Sydney Magazine November Issue 2025
PEN International and Feltrinelli Publishing launch the PEN–Inge Feltrinelli Writing as Resistance Award — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression Worldwide
PEN International and Feltrinelli Publishing launch the PEN–Inge Feltrinelli Writing as Resistance Award — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression Worldwide
“Partnerships like this show that defending freedom of expression is never a solitary effort. Together with the Inge Feltrinelli Prize, we stand with writers who risk everything to challenge injustice and confront oppression head-on. We shine a light on brave voices, those too often ignored, and ens
World Poetry Day 2026: Take Action for Duannis León Taboada (Cuba) — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression Worldwide
World Poetry Day 2026: Take Action for Duannis León Taboada (Cuba) — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression Worldwide
This clash of thoughts dims the senses and the soul’s future breath. It’s your choice to grow your awareness. To save the fragile weight of temptation’s delicate hold, the bend within the crystal lens a brittle glass of our modern age. We are what no eye can grasp. Root yo
International Women’s Day 2026: Take Action for Valeryja Kaściuhova (Belarus) — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression Worldwide
International Women’s Day 2026: Take Action for Valeryja Kaściuhova (Belarus) — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression Worldwide
“No one should have to endure years behind bars for their work. Valeryja Kaściuhova’s plight is a test of our collective conscience: the world cannot stay silent while a woman’s freedom, health, and dignity are denied. We must act, speak up, and stand wit
AUSTRALIAN PEN JOINT STATEMENT: New Australian Hate Speech Legislation
AUSTRALIAN PEN JOINT STATEMENT: New Australian Hate Speech Legislation
The new hate speech laws may undermine democratic rights of freedom of expression, equality before the law and freedom of belief.
AUSTRALIAN PEN JOINT STATEMENT: Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah
AUSTRALIAN PEN JOINT STATEMENT: Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah
77 authors withdraw from Adelaide Writers Week after the festival cancels Randa Abdel-Fattah, a Palestinian-Australian writer.
Open Letter from Writers Urging Release of Iranian Poet - PEN AmericaOpen Letter from Writers Urging Release of Iranian Poet - PEN America
Open Letter from Writers Urging Release of Iranian Poet - PEN AmericaOpen Letter from Writers Urging Release of Iranian Poet - PEN America
We join together to strongly condemn Ali Asadollahi’s arrest and stand in solidarity with him and with other writers.
Violent Arrest of Iranian Writer An Assault on Free Expression - PEN AmericaViolent Arrest of Iranian Writer An Assault on Free Expression - PEN America
Violent Arrest of Iranian Writer An Assault on Free Expression - PEN AmericaViolent Arrest of Iranian Writer An Assault on Free Expression - PEN America
Asadollahi's detention signals a worsening campaign of intimidation and violence against writers amid the state’s crackdown on protestors.
Identity on Trial: Persecution and Resistance – PEN International Case List 2025 — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression Worldwide
Identity on Trial: Persecution and Resistance – PEN International Case List 2025 — PEN International | Promoting Literature & Defending Freedom of Expression Worldwide
Identity on Trial: Persecution and Resistance – PEN International Case List 2025
Press Freedom Index | RSF
Press Freedom Index | RSF
RSF's World Press Freedom Index aims to compare the level of press freedom enjoyed by journalists and media in 180 countries and territories.
Hong Kong Watch for Jimmy Lai: Letter to Keir Starmer
Hong Kong Watch for Jimmy Lai: Letter to Keir Starmer
Joint Letter To Senator Wong: Free Murray Hunter
Joint Letter To Senator Wong: Free Murray Hunter
TAKE ACTION: Rory Branker - Day of the Imprisoned Writer 2025
TAKE ACTION: Rory Branker - Day of the Imprisoned Writer 2025
TAKE ACTION: Yalqun Rozi - Day of the Imprisoned Writer 2025
TAKE ACTION: Yalqun Rozi - Day of the Imprisoned Writer 2025
TAKE ACTION: Mzia Amaglobeli - Day of the Imprisoned Writer 2025
TAKE ACTION: Mzia Amaglobeli - Day of the Imprisoned Writer 2025
TAKE ACTION: Mohamed Tadjadit - Day of the Imprisoned Writer 2025
TAKE ACTION: Mohamed Tadjadit - Day of the Imprisoned Writer 2025
Leila's Nightmare In Iran.
Leila's Nightmare In Iran.
Censorship in Iran. A translator of feminist texts is detained, that’s when the nightmare begins.
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