How You Can Help

     Censorship in North Korea is a serious issue for many reasons. The inability to access unbiased media and the fear of using free speech are not problems that should be taken lightly. When a country is filled with citizens who are scared to speak out on even the most basic topics, or are worried about the safety of their lives for simply expressing themselves and their opinions, it should be taken completely serious. Action must be taken in order to help innocent people who lack basic human rights. Not being able to have free speech or press goes against a right that should be given to every man, woman and child. A world where the expressions of people are limited and censored are not places where people would want to live. Whenever a human right is violated, it is important to take action and help other people. There are many different organizations that can help this problem. Below are a few of them.

1) www.stopcensorship.ca
Here you can sign the petition to stop censorship and help get the word out to the world. It is an organization trying to fight censorship diplomatically. They have the contact information of many high ranking people that can help with the issue, so you can petition for the freedom of press.

2) www.ncac.com
National Coalition Against Censorship is a great organization that organizes protests. They are made up of over fifty organizations that together help fight censorship. Anyone can join their movements. They also accept donations to organize their rallies.

3) www.rsf.org
Reporters Without Borders is a French-based company that advocates freedom of press and information throughout the world. It was founded in 1985 by journalist Robert Ménard. They actively fight censorship in countries by helping journalists there get their information out in the world. You can support them by buying their books and merchandise, since every penny goes to fighting censorship.

4) www.cpj.com
CPJ promotes the freedom of press worldwide and defends the right of journalists to report the news without fear of reprisal. They take action whenever journalists are censored, attacked, imprisoned, or killed for their work. Their advocacy helps to ensure the free flow of news and commentary. You can donate to them in a number of ways or even join one of their protests.

5) www.freeexpression.org
The Free Expression Network is a group of organizations that fight for basic human rights, including the freedom of speech and press. They sponsor many different organizations such as the ACLU, along with others. Most of their branches accept donations that go to helping fight civil rights violations, and they are very well known for their work.