Freedom of Information (FOI) Resources

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Here is the collection of freedom of information (FOI) resource links. Click here to return to the journalism links section.

Brechner Center, The
The Brechner Center, a unit of the College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida, is relied upon by media organizations nationwide for information about media law developments in Florida.

Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF)
A non-profit, non-partisan organization working in the public interest to protect fundamental civil liberties, including privacy and freedom of expression, in the arena of computers and the Internet.

First Amendment Handbook
A booklet, created by the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, designed to provide a basic primer on the laws affecting reporters’ rights to gather and disseminate news.

FOI-L
A Listerv mailing list based discussion group about FOI provided by the National Freedom of Information Coalition

FOIA.gov
The basic function of the Freedom of Information Act is to ensure informed citizens, vital to the functioning of a democratic society.

Freedom Forum Online, The
Provides news and information about free press, free speech, free spirit and journalism issues worldwide.

How do I make a FOIA Request?
An article and video from FOIA.gov about how to make a Freedom of Information request to the government.

IFEX Communiqués
The Communiqué reports on free expression violations and victories, upcoming events, awards, and important announcements on freedom of expression issues.

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