U.N. body overturns rejection, accredits press freedom watchdog

UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - The New York-based Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) was granted consultative status at the United Nations on Monday after the U.N. Economic and Social Council overturned an earlier decision rejecting the press freedom watchdog's application.

The CPJ reports on violations of press freedom in countries and conflict zones around the world, reporting and mobilizing action on behalf of journalists who have been targeted. Consultative status grants the group access to U.N. headquarters and allows participation in many U.N. events.