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Hey journalists! Are you planning to cover protests across the U.S. this weekend?

#CPJEmergencies' safety advisory on covering U.S. protests includes tips on how to stay safe.

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#PressSafety2020 https://cpj.org/2020/05/cpj-safety-advisory-covering-u-s-protests-over-police-violence/

CPJ Safety Advisory: Covering U.S. protests over police violence - Committee to Protect Journalists

Updated June 2, 2020 There have been more than 125 incidents of violence and harassment, as well as arrests, targeting journalists covering recent protests across the U.S. sparked by the death on May...

https://cpj.org/2020/05/cpj-safety-advisory-covering-u-s-protests-over-police-violence/

Journalists who need legal assistance in the U.S. can contact the Reporters Committee ( @rcfp) hotline through its web form or by calling 1-800-336-4243.

Find the web form here: http://rcfp.org/hotline

More safety tips available here: https://cpj.org/2020/01/u-s-elections-2020-journalist-safety-kit/

#PressSafety2020

Reporters Commitee Legal Defense and FOIA Hotline

RCFP's Legal Defense and FOIA Hotline is available seven days a week to journalists and media lawyers who need legal help or have questions.

http://rcfp.org/hotline

The U.S. Press Freedom Tracker continues to collect and document #pressfreedom violations at protests across the U.S.

Please DM @uspresstracker or email any tips to [email protected].

#PressSafety2020

Before heading out to cover protests in the U.S., use #CPJEmergencies' equipment checklist to make sure you're prepared.

More safety tips on covering rallies and protests are available here: https://cpj.org/2020/01/u-s-elections-2020-journalist-safety-kit/

Digital safety is essential for journalists covering protests in the U.S.

#CPJEmergencies' digital safety guide includes advice on how to secure digital accounts and keep your devices safe.

Find more information here: https://cpj.org/2019/07/digital-safety-kit-journalists/

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