RSF Resources for Journalists
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This last article provides a step-by-step digital security protocol for journalists to follow before, during, and after a reporting trip. Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) is […]
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This ninth article outlines common digital threats facing journalists and explains how basic practices can reduce exposure. Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) is a comprehensive safety […]
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This eighth article outlines how to stay safe during vehicle travel and respond effectively to road traffic collisions (RTCs). Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) is a […]
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This seventh article outlines how to perform first aid secondary assessments, manage hidden injuries, monitor a patient’s condition, and report clearly to emergency responders. Hostile Environment […]
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This sixth article outlines how to manage airway emergencies, respond to choking, treat chest injuries, and perform resuscitation in hostile environments. Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) […]
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This fifth article outlines how to assess casualties and manage catastrophic bleeding in high-risk environments. Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) is a comprehensive safety training course […]
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This fourth article outlines how journalists can respond to live threats in conflict zones, including gunfire, explosions, landmines, and the complexities of embedding with armed forces. […]
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This third article outlines how journalists can plan, prepare, and gear up effectively before entering high-risk conflict environments. Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) is a comprehensive […]
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This second article offers practical strategies for navigating protests or unrest safely, reading the mood of the crowd, handling interactions with security forces, and exiting volatile […]
“Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) for journalists” is a ten-part series developed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Silk Road Training and a local partner. This first article outlines how to prepare for situations of civil unrest by building practical plans, developing personal safety habits, and reading early warning signs of […]