International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women 2023
The NUJ sends a message of solidarity to women and girls worldwide who experience violence in many forms. All forms of abuse and violence are violations of women’s human rights and an obstacle to achieving equality.
Switzerland: women journalists on strike for better working conditions
The NUJ joins the IFJ and EFJ in supporting women in the media in Switzerland striking for equal pay, protection against harassment and no sexism, no racism and more diversity in the industry.
Hong Kong: IFJ report explores challenges for Hong Kong journalists in the diaspora
NUJ backs calls by the International Federation of Journalists for greater action by governments and organisations to support Hong Kong journalists who have fled the country.
Hong Kong: journalists report multiple stalking and harassment incidents
The safety of journalists remains under threat in the country with reports of journalists being harassed and followed.
Pakistan: bomb detonated outside journalists’ home
NUJ urges authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the attack, amid rising threats to journalists in the country.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, 2022
The NUJ sent a message of solidarity to the women taking part and reporting on the protests in Iran, following the killing of Mahsa Amini by the "morality police".
NUJ launches a package of safety materials and advice
In a series of videos, members share their experiences of threats, abuse and intimidation.
NUJ videos reveal impact of abuse targeted at journalists
Watch members share their experiences in new clips released as part of the union's campaign on the safety of journalists.
UN raises ‘grave concern’ with Iran over harassment of BBC News Persian staff
The United Nations raised the concerns in a formal communication requesting Iran’s response and explanation.
BBC files UN complaint about online violence towards women journalists
The NUJ says the "truly chilling" threats must be stopped