Global Freedom of Expression Declines 10% Since 2012- UNESCO
Freedom of expression has declined globally by 10% since 2012, according to the update from UNESCO warning of a growing crisis for open societies.
The organization social media post on May 3 states that this “steady trend reflects a growing challenge for access to information and the conditions that enable open, informed societies.”
The decline represents more than just a statistic; it signals a fundamental shift in how people interact with the truth. UNESCO warned that the erosion of these rights creates a dangerous effect across the globe.
“When freedom of expression weakens, so does the ability to share, seek and receive reliable information,” the report stated.
The organization emphasized that protecting it means “safeguarding the flow of information that supports understanding, accountability and dialogue.”
