Join training: “Countering online attacks for Ukrainian editors and journalists”

• Date: August 21
• Time: 18:00 Kyiv time
• Address: 13a Zolotovoritska St. (Zoloti Vorota metro station)
• Format: presentation by a trainer on the Zoom platform. Participants can attend offline in the Foundation’s 2402 Security Space.
• Duration: 1.5 hours
• Participation fee: Free of charge

Why is it important?

In the modern world, personal data protection is crucial for journalists’ safety. Online harassers are frequently using personal information, such as home addresses, family photos, and old posts on social media, to target journalists. These actions threaten not only the reputation of individual journalists but also the work of entire editorial teams.

However, there are effective methods of protection. At the training, you will learn how media organizations can improve the security of their employees and freelancers. We will provide practical recommendations on how to counteract online violence and respond to attacks.

What you will learn:

• How to raise awareness of online attacks in your organization
• Simple ways to support your staff that can be easily implemented in your newsroom policy
• Practical steps to protect personal data online
• How to support the mental health of staff in matters related to online attacks

Trainer: Ela Stepley, digital security consultant, UK. Operates internationally to support journalists with their digital security needs.

Protect yourself and your team – register for the free training by following the LINK!

Organizers:

The 2402 Foundation is a non-profit initiative that develops a culture of safety in Ukraine by providing comprehensive safety training for journalists, media managers, documentary filmmakers and civic activists. The initiative was launched at the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 to help journalists with equipment, first aid kits and knowledge on how to cover events in the war zone.

IWMF is a global support network for women in media. Since 2020, the organization is transforming the way newsrooms approach online safety around the world, creating a safe space for journalism.

Ukrainska Pravda is one of Ukraine’s leading online media outlets specializing in independent journalism and anti-corruption investigations. It covers a wide range of topics, including politics, economy, society, culture and sports. The media outlet is also active in covering international events and their impact on Ukraine.