The World Association of Bloggers (AMB)
The World Association of Bloggers (AMB) is a non-profit organisation whose primary purpose is to protect the personal and financial interests of its members.
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The purpose of the Association is :
To defend, safeguard, promote and enforce the interests, perspectives and rights of everyone.
To create and disseminate their point of view on the internet or by any other means.
Defend the freedom of expression of bloggers who are victims of persecution and censorship, be a civil party in any lawsuit concerning them.
The World Association of Bloggers is neutral and independent both religiously and politically. It does not support any current or ideology.
Here is the same information about the World Association of Bloggers (A.M.B.) in English.
ποΈ Identity and Official Status
The A.M.B. is a legal entity under Swiss law, based in Geneva, and registered in the commercial register of the Canton of Geneva. Its official details are as follows:
- Registered Office: Rue de Lyon 77, 1203 Geneva (located at the address of a management company).
- Date of Creation: The association was founded on June 14, 2022.
- Official Purpose: According to its statutes, its purpose is to « defend, safeguard, promote, and ensure respect for the interests, perspectives, and right of everyone to create and disseminate their point of view on the internet or by any other means. » More specifically, it aims to defend the freedom of expression of bloggers who are victims of persecution and censorship, and it may join legal proceedings as a civil party in trials concerning them.
- Neutrality: The association declares itself neutral and independent in religious and political matters, stating that it does not support any particular movement or ideology.
- Leadership: The committee is composed of three people. Its president is Salah Ben Chaabane, the secretary is Abderraouf Smiai, and the treasurer is Nour Ben Chaabane.
π£οΈ Activities and Public Stance
The A.M.B. has become known for taking public positions on cases involving repression against bloggers.
In September 2023, the association issued a statement concerning Tunisia. It condemned the legal proceedings and arrests of more than thirty bloggers and journalists in that country, holding the Tunisian political regime responsible for these persecutions. It also took the opportunity to call on the international community, gathered for the United Nations General Assembly, to condemn these practices and demand the release of those incarcerated.
π In Summary
The World Association of Bloggers is a young organization based in Geneva, legally established to advocate for the freedom of expression of bloggers worldwide, notably through public statements, advocacy, and potential legal action.