2007 Award for the Global Defence      of Human Rights

Unreported World, UK

One of the most critically-acclaimed series on British television, Unreported World's team of reporters travels to some of the most dangerous, neglected parts of the globe. Speaking to the people directly affected by issues such as globalisation, the war on terror, ethnic conflict or land ownership, Unreported World offers the viewer an unrivalled insight into the daily reality for those whose lives are rarely glimpsed by the global news machine.

Unreported World is consistently ahead of the pack; unearthing stories and travelling to emerging hotspots before the rest of the world's news teams catch up. It is television reportage at its best.

The judges were impressed with the bravery shown by the journalists and production teams who often take great personal risks by reporting from dangerous and hostile locations. Demonstrating courage and a commitment to exposing human rights abuses and poverty, Unreported World brings global news stories to a large and diverse audience.

Despite a growing trend away from news stories that include global issues, Unreported World remains committed to real issues.