Resources

We’ve compiled this resource database to support your efforts to be safer. They reflect the work and experience of countless filmmakers, funders, journalists, NGOs, lawyers, researchers, technologists, communication experts, and others. 

Building Digital Safety for Journalism: a Survey of Selected Issues
UNESCO
Analysis of risks and recommendations for mitigation
Other Article
Building Digital Safety for Journalism: a Survey of Selected Issues
Assistance to Journalists and Media
Reporters without Borders
Physical security, financial support, training, and administrative support resources
Other Article
Assistance to Journalists and Media
Safetag
Internews
Security auditing framework and evaluation template for advocacy groups
Article
Safetag
Proof of Life Template
Rory Peck Trust
Template for confidential information that can be used to confirm whether a team member is still alive in case of kidnapping, abduction or detention
Report
Proof of Life Template
United States of America
Safeguarding Sources and Sensitive Information in the Event of a Raid
Freedom of the Press Foundation
Measures reporters can take to minimize the amount of source-compromising information a raid and accompanying device seizure can produce.
Tutorial Article
Safeguarding Sources and Sensitive Information in the Event of a Raid
United States of America
Holding Ourselves Accountable: A Consent Calendar Resource
Peace is Loud
Model for establishing informed, active consent throughout the filmmaking process (available in English and Spanish)
Topic: Participants
Tool PDF
Holding Ourselves Accountable: A Consent Calendar Resource
How to Host an Impact Lab (Time Zone 1)
Global Impact Producers Alliance
How to host an impact lab
How-To Video
How to Host an Impact Lab (Time Zone 1)
Safety Guide for Artists
Artists at Risk Connection (ARC)
Practical strategies for artists to understand, navigate, and ultimately overcome risk
Tutorial Article
Safety Guide for Artists
Travelers' Health
CDC
Destinations and health-related travel risks
Other Article
Travelers' Health
Canada
Trauma Assistance Fund for Freelancers
Canadian Journalism Forum on Violence and Trauma
Funded therapy for freelancers working in Canada or abroad
Funding_guide Article
Trauma Assistance Fund for Freelancers
Interviewing Survivors of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence
Witness
Practical tips for conducting ethical interviews with survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.
Tutorial Report
Interviewing Survivors of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence
Modeling Care, Safety and Wellbeing in Your Impact Campaign
Global Impact Producers Alliance
Timely conversation about protagonist safety in dangerous times
Topic: Participants
Talk Video
Modeling Care, Safety and Wellbeing in Your Impact Campaign