NUJ launches Journalists' Safety Tracker
The union is encouraging journalists to use the online reporting tool capturing incidents of harassment, abuse and “lawfare” targeted at journalists across the UK and Ireland.
NUJ backs call for an end to the cycle of abuse against women journalists
On International Women's Day, the union is supporting calls to national police leads urging necessary action to address the harmful online violence women journalists face as part of their work.
Journalists not fair game for abuse
Speaking at the union's biennial delegate conference in Dublin, Séamus Dooley, NUJ Irish secretary, expressed grave concern at the increase in threats and online abuse against journalists.
DM2023: safety of journalists
The safety of journalists has been and will continue to be a major priority for the union
NUJ condemns social media attacks on Irish Times journalists
The union has strongly condemned the online abuse of Irish Times journalists Kitty Holland and Dara Mac Dónaill following their coverage of a violent incident in north Dublin.
UN votes to investigate Iran’s crackdown on protesters
Journalists reporting the anti-government demonstrations are also targeted.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, 2022
The NUJ sent a message of solidarity to the women taking part and reporting on the protests in Iran, following the killing of Mahsa Amini by the "morality police".
Safety tips on the go
The NUJ and Society of Editors have launched a mobile-friendly safety toolkit to help members find advice and information while they are on the move.
Musk’s Twitter scoop poses threat to media freedom
Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter raises concerns about implications for journalists on the platform.
NUJ videos reveal impact of abuse targeted at journalists
Watch members share their experiences in new clips released as part of the union's campaign on the safety of journalists.
