The ultimate guide to the most demanding and dangerous job in journalism
Conflict reporting has never been more difficult, or more dangerous. As the NUJ recently announced, reporters are increasingly becoming targets in conflict zones. And with most freelancers receiving little on-the-ground support, being properly prepared for what lies ahead is a matter of life and death. Award-winning Guardian journalist Harriet Sherwood has reported from conflicts in Gaza and the West Bank, Libya and Egypt, and has designed this two-part evening course to introduce aspiring war correspondents to the unique operational and ethical challenges of the role.
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