Protecting women journalists webinar

Protecting Women Journalists

29 August, 15:00 CEST.

This session will explore the pressing issue of harassment and violence targeting women journalists, particularly in high-risk and politically sensitive environments. The discussion will address strategies for offline and online safety, including personal security measures, emergency protocols, and the role of journalistic unions and alliances in providing protection and support. Participants will gain insights into the intersection of physical and digital threats, emphasising the importance of a comprehensive approach to safeguarding women journalists.

Moderator

Alina Toropova

Journalists-in-Residence Programme Manager, European Centre for Press and Media Freedom

Speakers

Gülfem Karataş

Member of the Women’s and LGBTQIA+ Unit at the Turkish Journalists’ Union

Elisabet Cantenys

Executive Director, ACOS Alliance

Liza Kuzmenko

Founder and head of Women in Media, Ukrainian network of female journalists

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