On August 21, 2402 Foundation, in collaboration with the International Women's Media Foundation and "Ukrainska Pravda," conducted a workshop on "Countering Online Attacks for Ukrainian Editors and Journalists."
The event brought together leading experts in digital security and served as a platform for exchanging knowledge and experience in protecting against online threats.
In the modern world, where information is a key resource, journalists and editors are particularly vulnerable to various cyber attacks and online harassment. As online attacks become increasingly sophisticated and perpetrators more brazen, the issue of digital security gains paramount importance.
Participants received not only a solid theoretical foundation but also practical tools to protect themselves and their colleagues. They learned about:
The workshop was conducted by Ela Stapley, an international digital security expert with years of experience working with journalists in hotspots around the world. She shared her invaluable experience and knowledge, which are extremely relevant for today's journalists and editors, especially in the context of information warfare and increased risks for media professionals.
Ela Stapley emphasized the importance of a systematic approach to digital security:
"You can't stop online abuse from happening, but there are practical steps journalists and newsrooms can take to better protect themselves. As well as training on protecting personal data, newsrooms can increase the safety of their journalists by having policies in place and ensuring that staff and freelancers know what to do, and who to report to, in case they are subjected to online attacks."
During the workshop, the importance of regularly updating digital security knowledge was emphasized, as attack methods are constantly evolving. Participants received recommendations on resources where they can find up-to-date information about new threats and ways to protect against them.
For those who couldn't attend the workshop, the organizers prepared basic checklists for countering online attacks. These materials are available at this link and can be the first step towards improving online security.
The organizers express their gratitude to all workshop participants and remind that investing in one's own digital security is an investment in the professional future and personal safety of every journalist and editor.
Stay safe and continue your important work of informing society!
The event brought together leading experts in digital security and served as a platform for exchanging knowledge and experience in protecting against online threats.
In the modern world, where information is a key resource, journalists and editors are particularly vulnerable to various cyber attacks and online harassment. As online attacks become increasingly sophisticated and perpetrators more brazen, the issue of digital security gains paramount importance.
Participants received not only a solid theoretical foundation but also practical tools to protect themselves and their colleagues. They learned about:
- Modern methods of cyber attacks and how to identify them
- Strategies for protecting personal data online
- Techniques for safe use of social media
- Methods for encrypting important information
- Rules for secure communication with sources
- Tools for anonymous internet browsing
- Ways to protect against phishing attacks
- Principles of creating and storing secure passwords
The workshop was conducted by Ela Stapley, an international digital security expert with years of experience working with journalists in hotspots around the world. She shared her invaluable experience and knowledge, which are extremely relevant for today's journalists and editors, especially in the context of information warfare and increased risks for media professionals.
Ela Stapley emphasized the importance of a systematic approach to digital security:
"You can't stop online abuse from happening, but there are practical steps journalists and newsrooms can take to better protect themselves. As well as training on protecting personal data, newsrooms can increase the safety of their journalists by having policies in place and ensuring that staff and freelancers know what to do, and who to report to, in case they are subjected to online attacks."
During the workshop, the importance of regularly updating digital security knowledge was emphasized, as attack methods are constantly evolving. Participants received recommendations on resources where they can find up-to-date information about new threats and ways to protect against them.
For those who couldn't attend the workshop, the organizers prepared basic checklists for countering online attacks. These materials are available at this link and can be the first step towards improving online security.
The organizers express their gratitude to all workshop participants and remind that investing in one's own digital security is an investment in the professional future and personal safety of every journalist and editor.
Stay safe and continue your important work of informing society!
