As threats to journalists take many forms, from digital and legal to physical and psychosocial, what role should safety play in professional journalism practice? And what do we mean when we talk about...
Events - journalist safety & well-being
The International Women’s Media Foundation just launched A Mental Health Guide for Journalists Facing Online Violence, a practical resource including a psychological self-assessment tool as well as...
This will be a practical session to experience self-care exercises and learn tips to apply to journalists’ work routines. Participants will leave with evidence-based, actionable suggestions, hope an...
Is anyone listening? Solutions and strategies to support the mental health of journalists under online attack
Over a quarter (26%; n= 186) of women survey respondents said that mental health impacts were the most frequent consequence of experiencing digital attacks - and the exposure is worse for journalist...
News cycles drenched with violence, war and civil unrest don’t just challenge reporters on scene: far from the front line, an open pipeline of graphic imagery and toxic content floods the screens of...
What happens when newsrooms respond to online violence? This practical, solutions-focused session highlights how newsrooms have successfully pushed back against online abuse and shares successful stra...
Headlines Network – an organisation that cares about improving mental health in the media – has since 2020 been facilitating conversations and providing workshops for journalists to support their ...