La Silla Vacía

Awardee

Country

Colombia

La Silla Vacía promotes free expression through journalism.

Themes
Free Expression / Civil Society
Disciplines
Media / Journalism
Awards
Archive - Prince Claus Laureate 2016

Profile

La Silla Vacía is a journalistic platform based in Colombia, focusing on political analysis and investigative reporting. Founded in 2009 by journalist Juanita León, it operates from Bogotá, Colombia, and has become a crucial source of in-depth political news and analysis. The platform is renowned for its comprehensive coverage of Colombian politics, governance, and social issues, often exploring themes of corruption, public policy, and human rights. Their impactful work includes major investigative projects such as the analysis of political ties in the Supreme Court and extensive coverage of peace negotiations with the FARC.La Silla Vacía's work is pivotal in fostering transparency and informed public discourse in Colombia. It has been acknowledged internationally for its rigorous investigative approaches and its role in promoting democratic values through high-caliber journalism.