Dear Colleagues: There is a story posted on Press TV the English-language television channel of the Islamic Republic of Iran, that suggests that "International groups and news networks have condemned Arab satellite operators for taking Iran's Al-Alam television network off air."
It continues: "The following is the list of international associations and groups which have condemned the removal of Al-Alam from Arabsat and Nilesat" and the first-named organization is "The International Association for Media and Communication Research – IAMCR"
I want to assure the membership that IAMCR has not even been contacted about this matter and that this is a totally unwarranted use of our association’s name. We do not side in international issues in this way and would consult with the membership about any such matters.
We are investigating the source of this story, which is full of inaccuracies, but I doubt there will be any redress.
All best,
Annabelle Sreberny
President, IAMCR