about us
IFSA was founded by human rights activists who saw a gap: for every act of censorship covered by major media, dozens go undocumented. We built IFSA to close that gap — combining investigative rigor with a network of contacts on the ground who can verify what's happening when official channels go silent.
Our Mission
IFSA exists to protect and expand freedom of expression worldwide. We document violations, publish independent analysis, and support the journalists, activists, and ordinary citizens who face retaliation for speaking out. We believe free speech isn't a privilege granted by those in power — it's a right that belongs to everyone.
Our Values
Independence: We accept no funding that compromises our editorial independence or our ability to report freely.
Evidence: Every claim we publish is sourced and verifiable. We'd rather stay silent than publish something we can't stand behind."
Solidarity: We work alongside local activists, not instead of them, amplifying voices rather than speaking over them.
“If liberty means anything at all, it means the right to tell people what they do not want to hear.”
George Orwell