A media conference will be held in Dhaka on Saturday to protest against organized attacks on freedom of expression and democratic values and to express a united stand in favor of independent, responsible, and courageous journalism.
The Newspaper Owners Association of Bangladesh (NOAB), and the Editors' Council, are jointly organizing the gathering to be held from 10am to 1:30pm at the auditorium of the Krishibid Institution in Dhaka.
Invited media representatives will participate in this event to stand together for responsible and courageous journalism.
Democratic values in Bangladesh have been hit by a series of organized mob violence in recent times. Such attacks on freedom of expression and democratic values are unprecedented. Journalists will present their views with the aim of protecting the democratic environment and independence of the media, ensuring the safety of journalists, and upholding the professional dignity and rights of media workers.
