Safeguarding Journalists: Mapping the Field. Ensuring Safety in Critical Moment - Τελλόγλειο | Τελλόγλειο

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The Safety of Journalists is a critical issue in today’s world, where press freedom is under constant threat. This international conference aims to address the challenges faced by journalists worldwide and explore strategies to ensure their safety while upholding the principles of free speech and independent journalism.

Conference Objectives

1. To raise awareness about the risks and threats faced by journalists in different parts of the world.

2. To discuss legal frameworks and international mechanisms for protecting journalists.

3. To explore technological solutions and safety measures for journalists working in conflict zones and hostile environments.

4. To promote collaboration between media organizations, governments, and civil society to safeguard journalists’ rights and freedoms.

5. To share best practices and case studies on ensuring the safety of journalists in challenging environments.

Conference Themes

Legal Protection and Accountability: Exploring international legal frameworks and mechanisms to protect journalists and hold perpetrators of violence against journalists accountable.

Digital Security: Addressing the challenges of digital surveillance and cyberattacks on journalists and media organizations, and discussing strategies for digital security.

Safety in Conflict Zones: Examining the unique risks faced by journalists reporting from conflict zones and discussing measures to ensure their safety and well-being.

Covering Crisis and Disasters: Will explore the multifaceted challenges faced by journalists when reporting on emergencies, including natural disasters, humanitarian crises, and public health emergencies such as pandemics. The ethical considerations, safety protocols, and best practices for journalists covering crises, including risk assessment, situational awareness, and effective communication strategies

Trauma Journalism: Understanding the psychological impact of reporting on traumatic events, and discussing strategies for supporting journalists’ mental health and well-being.

Gender and Diversity: Exploring the intersection of gender, race, and other identities with journalists’ safety, and discussing inclusive approaches to protecting all journalists.