Press Freedom

Press freedom is one of the strongest indicators of a healthy and stable democracy and, indeed, the relationship between the freedom of the press and things such as welfare or government financing, especially in relation to military spending, is one we should explore and understand through data.

Data Usage

Data related to press freedom can be utilised by academic researchers, data analysts in NGOs and think tanks, as well as consultants advising businesses and governments. Powerful insights can be unlocked by those involved in projects such as:

• Assessing the state of media freedom and independence worldwide, including challenges such as censorship, harassment, violence against journalists, and legal restrictions on press freedom;
• Analysing the relationship between press freedom and democracy, including the role of media in promoting transparency, accountability, and civic engagement;
• Understanding the impact of technological advancements, social media, and digital surveillance on press freedom and media pluralism in the digital age.

Where to go next

The analysis of the press freedom index and its relationship to democracy intersects with subjects of politics, government financing and economy, amongst others. Make sure to explore the data in the ‘Human Rights & Democracy’ and ‘State Capacity & Government’ categories to uncover links and insights.