This morning, we had the honor of speaking with journalist and poet Nedim Türfent, who joined us live from exile to share his story of resistance, resilience, and renewal after spending more than six years in prison for documenting truth. In a conversation that moved between grief and hope, censorship and poetry, Nedim reminded us that words can be both weapon and refuge—that even in solitary confinement, the human spirit can refuse silence.
You can watch the full video above if you missed the event or want to revisit the discussion.
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We are deeply grateful to Nedim, PEN Berlin, and all of you who joined us for this conversation. May it inspire continued reflection, solidarity, and action—especially as we mark World Press Freedom Day.
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