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Legal Defense Fund

What is covered?

Basic legal support for:
  • A lawyer or legal expert and other legal fees
  • Support in prison
  • Initial assistance for family of detained media workers

The support is provided by:

Ways to reach out:

Phone: +31208000400
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More Information
Contact details and support information were last reviewed on July 1, 2024.

Important information about time and eligibility restrictions, as well as further requirements:

  • You are currently a practicing media worker or media organisation;
  • Your legal situation is a direct result of you being a media worker or media organisation;
  • Your situation can be confirmed by at least two trusted sources outside of yourself.

The support offer is designed for:

The support offer is available in: