World Union of Democratic Journalists

The WUDJ operated as a platform for journalists to unite in their common goals of upholding democratic principles in journalism, advocating for press freedom, and resisting censorship. The organization worked to ensure the safety and rights of journalists, to improve professional standards, and to facilitate the exchange of information and experiences among its members.

Through conferences, publications, and various forms of advocacy, the World Union of Democratic Journalists aimed to create a global community of journalists committed to democratic ideals, professional integrity, and the pursuit of truth. Its activities and membership would have been reflective of the broader struggles for free expression and against repression in the media around the world. The WUDJ was part of a larger movement of professional and trade organizations that emerged to support the work and rights of journalists globally.