Index on Censorship: Calling out censorship since 1972

We fight censorship in four ways :

Informing

Index on Censorship publishes an award-winning quarterly magazine that has featured some of the worlds best-known writers. We publish original creative writing and articles about free expression from across the globe.

Our website offers additional information to help people understand the current threats to free expression globally. And we reach a wider audience through social media.

Influencing

Each year, Index on Censorship identifies some of the greatest threats to free speech around the world and develops advocacy campaigns to push for change in legislation or public attitudes. We choose topics where our work can make a significant impact and deliberately choose areas where others might not be focused. You can see our current areas of focus on our campaigns and projects work.

We use a mixture of research, reporting, direct advocacy and media campaigning to achieve our goals.

Debating

Index on Censorship believes that free expression encourages more open and tolerant societies. We actively promote debate with an exciting series of events each year to help people better understand the value of free speech. This includes performances, exhibitions, talks and concerts. We are also regularly quoted in international media on free expression issues.

Supporting

Index on Censorship directly supports groups and individuals facing censorship through our Freedom of Expression Awards Fellowship. The fellowship offers a year-long programme of tailored support to a small group of fellows selected for their outstanding work in the fields of journalism, arts, campaigning and digital advocacy.