Learning how to cope with war scenarios is crucial for journalists working in zones of potential conflict. In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) in partnership with Taiwanese NGO Watchout provides some guidelines for journalists facing a military attack. In many countries, people have lived under the threat of a […]

Journalists reporting in zones at risk must be prepared for sudden crises and always stay on the lookout. In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) in partnership with Taiwanese NGO Watchout provides a checklist for assembling a bug-out bag with all the needed necessities. Journalists who report in zones at […]

Planning in advance safety protocols can help journalists to better protect themselves if a natural disaster or a conflict breaks out. In this article, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) in partnership with Taiwanese NGO Watchout explains how to prepare a disaster response plan. If a crisis happens, the best way to […]

Journalists play an indispensable role in covering zones of conflict, which can range from protests or insurrections to guerilla warfares and all-out wars between countries. In all these situations, reporters may take actions that might endanger themselves or their sources. This article advises journalists on how to safely report in […]

Reporting on protests can be dangerous for journalists, who face various risks including assault and arrest. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has compiled some tips for journalists to better prepare and mitigate the risks while covering these events. In many places in the world, journalists covering protests are at risk of […]