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South Asian Women in Media (SAWM) is a network of women media professionals in South Asia. SAWM works for freedom of press, increased participation of women in the media, a gender-sensitive work environment and a gender-equal outlook in the media. Launched in April 2008, SAWM’s central secretariat is in Lahore, Pakistan and the association has country chapters in eight members of SAARC. SAWM helps women working in media to network across borders, and with international rights organizations, to assert their rights and defend their interests.

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SAWM Disappointed with Tejpal Verdict

SAWM Team
We, members of South Asian Women in the Media (SAWM), have noted the verdict of a Goa court acquitting journalist Tarun Tejpal, former editor of Tehelka magazine, of rape charges after a 7 year long battle. We stand in solidarity with the…