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