OAS Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression

The OAS Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression is an independent expert appointed by the Organization of American States to promote and protect freedom of expression across the Americas. Their role involves monitoring how governments and institutions uphold this fundamental right, investigating violations, and recommending measures to ensure everyone can freely seek, receive, and share information without fear or censorship. They work to strengthen democratic societies by supporting journalists, advocating for legal safeguards, and raising awareness about issues that threaten free expression.