Online Course: Digital Security for Journalists in Times of Crisis

In today’s digital landscape, online threats are rising. Are you prepared to safeguard yourself and your work? 

Learn the skills and tools you need in the new free online course, Digital Security for Journalists in Times of Crisis, offered by the Knight Center for Journalism in the Americas and the Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN).

Journalists today face a wide range of digital threats—from hacking and phishing to surveillance and online harassment—whether reporting from conflict zones, under repressive regimes, or even in democratic countries where press freedom is under pressure. This course will help you protect your accounts, devices, communications, and sensitive information using practical tools and strategies.

Designed for journalists, freelancers, editors, and media professionals with no prior cybersecurity experience, you’ll learn to assess risks, use encryption, enable multi-factor authentication, navigate censorship, and handle online harassment.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:

• Conduct digital risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities
• Secure your accounts and devices with strong passwords and multi-factor authentication
• Use encryption tools to protect sensitive communications and files
• Employ safe internet practices to avoid censorship and tracking
• Implement strategies to mitigate online harassment and protect your privacy

When: July 7-Aug 3, 2025

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