REDWORD for Human Rights & Freedom of Expression is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting freedom of expression, defending press and media freedoms, and combating disinformation, hate speech and incitement to violence. Founded in Toronto, Canada, in 2024.
Our values
Press & media freedom
We defend press freedom and combat fake news, misinformation, disinformation and hate speech.
Free expression
We support the freedom of opinion, thought, belief and expression.
Peace, equality & minority rights
We advocate for peaceful solutions and equal rights for all individuals.
Transparency
We emphasize the importance of transparency and the right to freely access information.
Humanitarian aid
We believe in mutual aid and cross-border human solidarity.
Our goals
Support and promote free expression & marginalized voices
Support and promote comprehensive freedom of expression in Canada and the MENA region by providing a new platform for marginalized voices and religious, gender and ethnic minorities to freely express their ideas, adhering to ethical standards and human rights principles.
Defend press and media freedoms
Advocate for press and media freedoms in Canada and the MENA region, engaging directly with journalists, addressing their challenges, and supporting those targeted due to their work.
Combat fake news & hate speech
Actively work against mis/disinformation, hate speech and incitement to violence, particularly those propagated through official or influential channels.
Capacity building & networking
Connect with MENA journalists, writers and intellectuals in exile in Canada, offering them a platform to share their experiences and challenges, and helping them integrate into society.
Funding diversification & financial stability
Secure diverse funding sources to expand our team and broaden our scope of work, allowing for greater engagement with key issues.
Our vision
We envision a world where everyone can freely express their ideas, beliefs and opinions without fear of repression — and we continue the peaceful, legal struggle to make freedom of expression a protected fundamental right for all.
