The Media Law Forum (MLF) is proud to announce the official relaunch of its Emergency Legal Hotline, dedicated to supporting environmental journalists in Sri Lanka. This relaunch highlights the Forum’s commitment to providing rapid, reliable, and accessible legal assistance to journalists reporting on environmental issues, who often face unique challenges, threats, and intimidation while performing their vital role in society.
The hotline, available 24/7 in Sinhala, Tamil, and English, serves as a critical resource for journalists encountering legal harassment, intimidation, or other pressures related to environmental reporting. The relaunch aims to raise awareness among media professionals, enhance the hotline’s visibility, and reinforce the Media Law Forum’s broader mission of protecting press freedom.
Key Highlights of the Relaunch:
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Dedicated Support for Environmental Journalists: The hotline prioritizes journalists covering environmental issues, providing specialized legal advice tailored to their unique challenges.
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24/7 Multilingual Assistance: Journalists can access immediate legal guidance in Sinhala, Tamil, and English, ensuring language is never a barrier to urgent support.
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Rapid Legal and Judicial Interventions: The Forum actively engages in legal and judicial processes to protect journalists facing threats, offering advice, advocacy, and court representation when necessary.
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Strengthening Press Freedom: Continuous support empowers environmental journalists to report safely, fostering transparency and accountability in environmental governance.
Emergency Legal Hotline Contact: 074 30 70 888 (Available 24/7 in Sinhala, Tamil, and English)
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“Environmental journalists play a critical role in highlighting issues that impact our communities and natural resources. The relaunch of this hotline ensures they have immediate access to legal support, enabling them to report without fear of harassment or intimidation,” said Dr. H.M.V. Herath, Chairperson, Media Law Forum.
About Media Law Forum:
The Media Law Forum is a leading organization dedicated to defending press freedom and providing legal support to journalists in Sri Lanka. Through emergency legal assistance, advocacy, and training programs, the Forum ensures that media professionals can work safely, independently, and without undue interference.
For media inquiries and further information, please contact:
Media Law Forum
📧 info@medialawforum.org | 🌐 www.medialawforum.org
