Media Defence

Free legal representation for journalists worldwide with emergency defense funding.

Built for journalism

https://www.mediadefence.org/ · Reviewed 2026-04-12 · Editorial assessment by Mike Schneider — not an independent security audit

What should journalists know about Media Defence?

Media Defence provides actual lawyers, not just advice — they fund and coordinate legal representation in cases that set precedent for press freedom globally.

Best for

Journalists facing criminal charges, civil suits, or regulatory action related to their reporting. Emergency defense funding for urgent cases.

Not for

Non-media legal disputes or cases unrelated to journalism and press freedom.

Who Owns This

Owner Media Defence

Funding Grants and donations

Business model Nonprofit

Pricing

Free

This is an editorial assessment based on publicly available information as of 2026-04-12, using our published methodology. Independent security review is pending. Security posture can change at any time. This is not a guarantee of safety.

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