Dmitry Muratov

2021 Nobel Peace Prize Winner & Editor-in-Chief of Novaya Gazeta

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Biography

Dmitry Muratov is a Russian journalist who, as editor in chief of the newspaper Novaya Gazeta, was a vocal advocate for an independent press and known for investigating abuses of power. In 2021, he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace, cited for his "efforts to safeguard freedom of expression." Read More >

Muratov co-founded the pro-democracy newspaper Novaya Gazeta in 1993 with several other journalists. He was the newspaper's editor-in-chief from 1995 to 2017, and again assumed the position in 2019. The newspaper is known for its reporting on governmental corruption and human rights violations. In the 2000's, six of Novaya Gazeta’s journalists were murdered, including Anna Politkovskaya, who was killed in 2006 while covering human rights abuses in Chechnya.

Muratov was the recipient of various honors, including the International Press Freedom Award (2007) from the Committee to Protect Journalists. Upon receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021, the Norwegian Nobel Committee noted the difficult conditions facing journalists worldwide and that “freedom of expression…is a precondition for democracy and lasting peace.” Read Less ^

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International Press Freedom Awards 2007

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A Conversation with Dmitry Muratov

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"Dmitry Muratov engaged with the Boston College community by giving a fascinating but also a heartbreaking account of the horrific state of Russia and Ukraine. While the details are grim, one is left with a glimmer of hope knowing the fierce drive and determination of the Russian and Ukrainian youth can and will lead to change. Dmitry left our students inspired by his courage and with the knowledge that even within their communities, they have the power to inspire change. Over two hundred people attended this event, and I am grateful to APB Speakers for being an incredible partner in ensuring we have such a terrific event."

- Boston College