SAFETY
RESOURCES
We've gathered in one place the most practical safety resources from ACOS signatories and partners, alongside our own co-authored guides, tools and templates for journalists, editors and newsrooms.
NEW SAFETY TOOL
Should I mark as PRESS?
Historically, in high risk situations such as conflict zones, protests, civil unrest and disaster zones, wearing a vest or band marked “PRESS” has provided journalists with a certain level of protection.
But increasingly the press mark is also becoming a liability, making journalists more conspicuous and vulnerable to attacks.
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This new, very practical tool from ACOS and signatories, helps journalists and editors weigh the risks and benefits of visibly marking as press, so that they can make an informed and situation-specific decision.
Practical guides, tools and templates to help journalists and newsrooms embed good safety practice and prepare for assignments.
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Guides, tools, manuals and free training workshops covering all aspects of digital security and online harassment for journalists and newsrooms at all levels of knowledge.
Our practical toolkit, created by journalists and legal experts, helps freelancers negotiate terms that will help to keep them safe. English and Arabic versions.
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Covering everything from risk assessment and planning to situational awareness and on-the-ground tactics, these resources provide valuable information and guidance for any protest situation.
The ISST is a baseline curriculum for journalist safety training, providing a minimum standard of essential modules alongside a recommended methodology for their delivery.
