You don’t need to lose a loved one, be hit by a bullet, or witness a shooting to be impacted by gun violence. Journalists who gather and share stories of gun violence are at risk of developing a range of psychological injuries. The resources below are shared with hopes of mitigating that risk.
But first, at PCGVR, we understand the power of the peer. As such, we are proud to have helped launch the Association of Gun Violence Reporters, a resource for journalists, by journalists, with journalists. Become a member.
Explore:
Read:
- Self-care tips for journalists — plus a list of several resources (Naseem S. Miller, The Journalist’s Resource)
- Tips for Managers and Editors (Dart Center for Journalism & Trauma)
- Burnout Remains a Problem. Journalists Are Helping Each Other Cope. (NBCU Academy)
- Managing Stress & Trauma on Investigative Projects (Bruce Shapiro, Dart Center for Journalism & Trauma)
- How journalists can take care of themselves while covering trauma (Kari Cobham, Poynter.org)
- Under Pressure: Coping with stress, and knowing you’re not alone (tips compiled by Ken Armstrong, ProPublica)
- 6 tips for protecting your mental health when reporting on trauma (Arun Karki, International Journalists’ Network)
Watch:
- Chair yoga for journalists, reporters, editors, managers and all media practitioners
- Reporting Safety on Every Beat (Dart Center for Journalism & Trauma)
- Mindfulness Training for Journalists (Dart Center for Journalism & Trauma)
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