Last year, 46 journalists were killed. 262 currently remain incarcerated. In the wake of the Capital Gazette shooting and attacks on journalists by governments and the far right around the world, how are we to safeguard journalists in the field physically and digitally from harm?

For this chapter of Future of Journalism, we're threat-modelling the future of journalists.

It'll kick off with lightning talks by:

• Rebecca Vincent, the UK Bureau Director for Reporters Without Borders/Reporters sans frontières (RSF), which works to promote and defend press freedom around the world. Rebecca is a former US diplomat, with more than 13 years of experience working on human rights and freedom of expression.

• Colin Pereira, Risk and Safety strategist for the Committee to Protect Journalists, supporting journalists and orgnaisations in the field through both physical & digital safety. Colin will be discussing far right threats, which start off as a digital threat and can have physical security issues.
  

• Joseph Cox, journalist for VICE’s Motherboard, covering cybersecurity, the digital underground, and the surveillance industry.

• Dr Ala’a Shehabi, Deputy Director of Institute for Global Prosperity. Ala'a is former policy analyst at Rand Europe and former founder of Bahrain Watch, a research and investigation collective. She has faced arrest while working with journalists in the field.

Talks followed by world cafe style discussion, and drinks.

FAQs

What are my transport options for getting to and from the event?

The nearest tube stations are Shoreditch High Street station and Liverpool Street station.

What can I bring into the event?

Yourself, and any journalists you know working on innovative projects.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Email reachingmanisha@gmail.com

Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

Yes, but please email to let us know details of the new attendee.