Mental Health in Journalism Summit

Humans are inherently selfish and prone to violence. We need governments, armies and police to maintain order. But those institutions are also corrupt and self-serving. Children are born naughty and are lazy at school unless teachers take a hard line. When they enter the workforce, their managers expect the same. Those are the assumptions that are baked into our societies and perpetuated by hard-nosed journalists. But what if those assumptions are wrong? If we really want to be unbiased as journalists, we need to balance our powerful negativity bias with a dose of positivity. That should make for more hopeful stories, healthier journalists and happier newsrooms and audiences.

Speakers

Emma Thomasson

Journalist, media consultant, trainer, coach, Freelancer

Emma Thomasson is a British journalist, consultant and facilitator based in Berlin. She is an expert in empathetic leadership, strategy and communication, as well as European politics, business, technology and economics. She is also a leadership coach and an advocate for better workplace... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 13:30 - 14:00 CEST
English

Keynote / Sesión magistral

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

14:00 CEST

Empower Her: Mental Health Support for Women Journalists in Bangladesh

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:00 - 14:50 CEST

English

Learn how a pilot programme implemented by Media Resources Development Initiative positively impacted the mental health of women journalists working in national news outlets in Bangladesh.

Moderators

Sarwat Nadia

Senior Programme Officer, Media Resources Development Initiative (MRDI)

Experienced and dedicated professional with a strong background in news media, program management, and project coordination. Over a decade of experience in senior editorial roles within leading television and newspapers, overseeing content development, news reporting, edit news stories... Read More →

Speakers

Hasibur Rahman

Executive Director, Media Resources Development Initiative (MRDI)

Hasibur Rahman, the executive director, leads MRDI with a deep understanding of Bangladeshi news media, in developing a strong and independent media that exercises excellence in journalism, through research, training and production-based practical learning. At present he is working... Read More →

Munima Sultana

Special Correspondent, The Financial Express

I am a journalist by professor, now working in the country’s first financial daily newspaper for the last 20 years. It is now 30 years of experience as I worked in various media including news agencies, magazines and online portal. My decision to be a journalist has left me to face... Read More →

Roufun Naher

Assistant Professor at Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, University of Dhaka

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:00 - 14:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

14:00 CEST

Implementing Journalist Peer Support Programs – Lessons from Those Who Have Done It: 2006 to Now!

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:00 - 14:50 CEST

English

Presenting examples of setting up and operating peer support programs across the world - The Washington Post, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and the cross-industry program facilitated by the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP). Best practice guidelines for setting up media industry peer support programs has been written and will be discussed (McMahon, in press).

This panel will share reflections on establishing peer support programs in newsrooms and cross-industry; present questions to clarify what types of support a journalism organisation should offer staff, and lessons learned from years of established peer support programs from Britain, the Global South and Oceania.

Moderators

Dr. Cait McMahon

Founder and Director, CMC:Cait McMahon Consulting

Dr Cait McMahon OAM is an innovator, thought leader, and skilled educator, and one of the few psychologists globally who has dedicated over 30 years working with those in the media industry on work related trauma exposure.Dr McMahon was instrumental in training and developing the... Read More →

Speakers

Rowena Paraan

Training Director, Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism / Dart Centre Asia Pacific

Rowena Paraan has been a journalist for over 30 years and is currently the Training Director of the Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ). She designs and implements training workshops on investigative journalism, weaving the discussion of trauma-informed reporting... Read More →

Natalie Graham

Presenter and Peer Support Coordinator, BBC

Natalie is an experienced journalist who has worked in a range of on-air roles at the BBC since she joined the organisation in 1996. After many years on the road as a reporter she is now the anchor of the daily regional news TV programme South East Today. For 11 years she also presented... Read More →

Phoebe Connelly

Senior Editor, AI Strategy and Innovation, The Washington Post

Connelly is a journalist and senior editor for AI strategy and innovation at The Post. Connelly, along with colleague Camille Kilgore has spearheaded The Washington Post peer support program. Focused on staff wellbeing for a number of years, Connelly and Kilgore assessed that a peer... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:00 - 14:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

14:00 CEST

Rethinking Journalists’ Mental Well-Being in Italy, Greece, and Portugal

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:00 - 14:50 CEST

English

Journalists’ mental well-being is crucial for good journalism. But in some Southern European countries, this topic is still a taboo. The solutions aren’t straightforward, since every person deals with well-being differently, and the problems touch on systemic issues in the profession, such as precariousness and low incomes, which also need to be tackled for long-lasting well-being.

What are the main challenges that journalists’ mental health faces? What is being done already to solve them, and what is possible beyond existing solutions? We will find out more about three projects in Italy, Greece, and Portugal.

Moderators

Elena Ledda

Independent journalist, Independent journalist

Elena Ledda is a feminist independent journalist from Sardinia based in Barcelona, Spain She practices a constructive and solutions focused, narrative, long-form and slow journalism from a feminist perspective, one that tells stories that deal with conflicts, inequalities, and injustice... Read More →

Speakers

Alice Facchini

Journalist, Freelancer

Alice Facchini is an Italian freelance journalist specialised in environment, social and gender issues. She has reported from different countries around the world including Colombia, Ecuador, Chile, Jordan, and Guinea Bissau, investigating the destruction of natural ecosystems and... Read More →

Iliana Papangeli

Managing Director, Solomon

Iliana Papangeli is the managing director of Solomon, an award-winning non-profit investigative outlet based in Greece, specializing in migration, corruption, and climate issues. She works as a writer, editor, and reporter. She advocates for leadership that prioritizes care practices... Read More →

Vânia Maia

Journalist, PhD Candidate / Periodista, Doctoranda, Freelancer, Lusófona University Lisbon / Freelancer, Universidad Lusófona de Lisboa

It all began behind the microphones of local radio stations, but it was in the press that Vânia Maia became a professional journalist. Her work has earned her over a dozen awards, including the Lorenzo Natali Prize from the European Commission. A fellow of the European Collaborative... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:00 - 14:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

14:00 CEST

Decoding Online Harassment: An Analytical Approach to Tackling Online Hate and Smear Campaigns

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:00 - 14:50 CEST

English

This workshop will provide journalists with tools to do three things: first, to identify vulnerabilities on their digital footprint that are often weaponised by trolls; second, to assess the potential impact of attacks on reporters; and finally, to adopt the best approach to combat attacks even with limited resources. This workshop draws on the International Press Institute's insights from more than a decade of systematic monitoring of these types of attacks to offer best practices for addressing online abuse and their impact on media.

Speakers

Javier Luque

Head of Digital Communications, International Press Institute (IPI)

Javier Luque is the Head of Digital Communications for the International Press Institute, where he coordinates advocacy and communication on IPI’s digital platforms. He has worked on online hate against journalists and media organisations since 2014. His research on this topic has... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:00 - 14:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

14:00 CEST

Prioritizing Self-Care: Tools to Combat Burnout and Stress for Journalists

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:00 - 14:50 CEST

English

This workshop provides journalists with practical tools to prioritize self-care, reduce burnout, and manage stress. It starts with an icebreaker to highlight how often we unconsciously neglect our well-being, followed by a focus on mindfulness and awareness, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and reconnecting with what brings joy.

Participants will learn how to adopt small, positive changes using the 2% rule to improve work-life balance, connect with nature through eco-psychology, and minimize distractions like excessive phone use. The session also offers techniques for building self-esteem, practicing conscious wellness through journaling, meditation, and healthy habits, and becoming your own cheerleader.

Speakers

Lara Ayoub

Founder, The Media Lab

Digital Media Strategist, RTT® Therapist & Women’s Rights AdvocateLara Ayoub is a digital media strategist, trainer, and gender and media consultant with over 20 years of experience. She is the founder of The Media Lab, a community-interest organization, and co-founder of SADAQA... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:00 - 14:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

14:50 CEST

Ten-Minute Break

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:50 - 15:00 CEST

English

Wednesday October 9, 2024 14:50 - 15:00 CEST
English

15:00 CEST

The Silly Session: Play as a Form of Self-Care

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:00 - 15:50 CEST

English

Wellbeing Activity / Actividad de bienestar

In our fast-paced, productivity-driven world, we often forget the transformative power of play and the pleasure of embracing simple joys. This workshop invites participants to explore how integrating these elements into daily life can lead to greater creativity, joy, and connection.

Over 50 minutes, this workshop reclaims play, not as an escape from “real” work, but as a vital part of it. With our trademark gentle humor and light-heartedness, we'll lead simple, playful activities that participants can continue to implement in their day-to-day lives.

Join us in reclaiming the joy of play as a vital component of self-care and well-being.

Speakers

Samantha Holdsworth

CEO, Clowns Without Borders UK

Sam is the CEO and founder of Clowns Without Borders UK, a charity that supports children in crisis settings to heal, learn and thrive through laughter and play. Through safe, joyful performances we deliver immediate emotional first aid to children in some of the most challenging... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:00 - 15:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Non-recorded session / Sesión no grabada

15:00 CEST

Being a Peer Supporter: Explore Your Potential

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:00 - 15:50 CEST

English

During difficult times, whether it's a work burnout, exposure to graphic imagery, or just everyday stress, you need support, and sometimes you can be the supporter. In this session, we explore the term “Peer Supporting”, and identify the main elements and techniques of how you can become a peer supporter to your colleagues and fellow journalists.

Speakers

Samya Ayish

Communication Manager, ARIJ

Samya Ayish joined ARIJ as a communication manager in 2021. She is an independent journalist and digital media trainer based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Samya focuses on innovation, AI and visual storytelling in her work, and seeks to create innovative ways to promote news stories... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:00 - 15:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

15:00 CEST

How Are You? Psychological First Aid (PFA) for Women Journalists

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:00 - 15:50 CEST

English

How to cope with acute psychological distress, the emotional consequences of covering armed conflict, violence and human suffering? How to deal with the stigma of seeking mental health services? How to help a friend or colleague journalist who is suffering and needs support?
The objective of this training is to teach in 30 minutes of training and 10 minutes of practice the basics of Psychological First Aid. Designed by Luisa Ortiz Perez, creative leadership consultant and specialist in digital sovereignty and online violence, Camila Sanchez, sociologist, specialist in Public Policy and Gender Studies and Nicole Martin, feminist investigative journalist and executive director of Vita Activa.

Speakers

Nicole Martin

Vita Activa's Executive Director, Vita Activa

Nicole Martin is a feminist investigative journalist from Argentina and the Executive Director of Vita Activa, a helpline that gives online support and strategic solutions for women and LGBTIQ+ journalists, activists and gender, land and labor rights, and freedom of expression defenders... Read More →

Camila Andrea Sánchez Pulido

Community coordinator, Vita Activa

Sociologist, specialist in public policies and gender studies. Master in Social Anthropology. Social researcher on peace pedagogies, human rights and exile of activists and defenders. Experience in social intervention, care and support for gender-based violence.

Luisa Ortiz Pérez

Principal & Co-Founder, Vita Activa

Dr. Luisa Ortiz Pérez is the co-founder of Vita-Activa.org, she conceptualized and launched a helpline to aid women journalists and activists facing online violence and gender based harassment. As part of Vita Activa's task force, she leads Psychological First Aid task forces that... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:00 - 15:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Non-recorded session / Sesión no grabada

15:00 CEST

How Emotionally-Regulated Journalism Produces Better Stories

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:00 - 15:50 CEST

English

Often when we speak about journalists' mental health we're focused on issues like trauma and burnout. But what about the ways in which poor mental health actually results in poorer quality journalism, lost opportunities in interviews, and inaccurate storytelling. Join this interactive session to find out how the key to garnering trust and creating safety with those we speak to lies in learning to regulate our nervous systems.

Speakers

James Scurry

Journalist & psychotherapist, Sky News UK / Safely Held Spaces

James Scurry is an Assistant Editor at Sky News UK, a licensed psychotherapist and Co-founder and Co-director at the British mental health non-profit organisation Safely Held Spaces, which provides editorial mental health training programmes to newsrooms. James has worked in television... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:00 - 15:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

15:00 CEST

How to Bring Creativity into Your Day-to-Day Journalism Job

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:00 - 15:50 CEST

English

Whether you’re working in a newsroom as a reporter or managing a team in a cross-border investigation, creativity and art can enhance your work and flow into every aspect of your daily job, even in unexpected ways. In this workshop, we’ll explore various techniques to infuse more creativity into our daily tasks. We’ll cover key aspects of The Artist's Way, including how to use morning pages, dates with the artist, and meditative walks to bring creativity into our lives. We’ll also practice timed writing exercises inspired by Natalie Goldberg’s technique of writing from “first thoughts” (keep your hand moving, don’t cross out, just get it on paper).

Speakers

Gabriela Manuli

Deputy Director, Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN)

Gabriela Manuli is the Deputy Director of the Global Investigative Journalism Network (GIJN), an association of 250 nonprofit organizations in 91 countries dedicated to investigative reporting. In 2019, she co-founded the GIJN Women Group, a network for women and non-binary investigative... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:00 - 15:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

15:50 CEST

Ten-Minute Break

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:50 - 16:00 CEST

English

Wednesday October 9, 2024 15:50 - 16:00 CEST
English

16:00 CEST

Do It Yourself: How to Build Your Own Peer Support Network

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:00 - 16:50 CEST

English

Since most newsrooms don’t provide psychological support, many journalists struggle to cope with job-related mental health challenges. An easy solution for that problem: peer support. This panel adresses, from Netzwerk Recherche's experience, how setting up peer support structures in journalism can be an easy way to mitigate the burden our industry is facing.

Speakers

Malte Werner

Project lead Helpline, Netzwerk Recherche e.V.

Former freelance reporter. Now working at Germany's association for investigative journalists, Netzwerk Recherche, where he runs a free-to-all peer support hotline for journalists suffering from psychosocial problems ("Helpline").

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:00 - 16:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

16:00 CEST

Reorganizing Communication Tools to Reduce Stress Among Teams

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:00 - 16:50 CEST

English

In recent years, AFP has used a variety of communication tools across different regions, departments, and individual preferences. This has led to a proliferation of tools, making internal communication complex. For instance, it was challenging to determine the appropriate channel for contacting someone, causing inefficiency and uncertainty about message reception. Employees also had to monitor multiple tools, leading to increased stress. To address these issues, AFP has decided to streamline and simplify its communication methods.

Speakers

Benoît Toussaint

Deputy supervisor for the safety of journalists, Agence France-Presse

I am a 38-year-old French journalist with nearly 15 years of experience at AFP. During my career, I have worked in Germany and France, covering topics such as business, economics, geopolitics, and defense. In November 2023, I was appointed deputy supervisor for the safety of journalists... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:00 - 16:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Non-recorded session / Sesión no grabada

16:00 CEST

Beyond Journalism: Lessons on Mental Health and Wellbeing from Other Industries

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:00 - 16:50 CEST

English

Journalism is not the only profession facing mental health challenges. Entrepreneurs, chefs and lawyers are also facing high levels of stress and their wellbeing is at high risk. In this panel, we'll talk with representatives from organizations outside of the media to learn how they take care of their own and what we can learn about it.

Moderators

Kim Brice

Co-founder, Secretary of the Board, Trainer and Coach, The Self-Investigation

Speakers

Diana Adams

Executive Director, Chosen Family Law Center Inc.

Diana Adams is the founder of the boutique LGBTQIA+ family law and mediation firm Diana Adams Law & Mediation, PLLC and Executive Director of legal services & advocacy nonprofit Chosen Family Law Center, Inc., both based in New York City. Diana practices family law by providing support... Read More →

Jason Cavnar

Executive Chairman, Founder Mental Health Pledge

Jason is the Founder and CEO of Vitality Labs - an incubator, impact investment and advisory firm for accelerating human flourishing. He also serves as Executive Chairman for the Founder Mental Health Pledge (a community of 800+ investors and founders) and advisor to several family... Read More →

Kris Hall

Mental Health Advocate & Non-Profit Founder, The Burnt Chef Project

Kris is a mental health and stress reduction expert, public speaker, and campaigner who operates globally to tackle mental health stigma in hospitality. He is Founder and CEO of The Burnt Chef Project, a not-for-profit social enterprise founded in 2019, focussed on people-centered... Read More →

Aaron Pereira

Project Lead, The Wellbeing Project

Aaron is Project Lead at The Well being Project, a network of organizations across the globe who, for the last 8 years, have been at the heart of moving wellbeing in social change from taboo to entering the mainstream.Aaron has been involved in social change work for most of his... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:00 - 16:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

16:00 CEST

Journalism’s Open Secret: When Alcohol Use Turns into Abuse

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:00 - 16:50 CEST

English

Alcohol has long been ubiquitous in journalism culture: From movies where editors toast a big scoop to happy hours to the late-night crew hustling over to catch last call after a long night. But the line between use and abuse can quickly blur, especially for individuals with high-pressure, high-stakes, trauma-exposed jobs like journalists.

This panel discussion will feature substance abuse experts and psychologists who can help the audience identify patterns that indicate substance abuse, alcohol’s long-term effects on mental health, productive ways to cope with trigger points and stress, and where to find assistance. NPCJI Executive Director Beth Francesco would moderate this conversation in which participants could ask questions anonymously.

Moderators

Beth Francesco

Executive Director, National Press Club Journalism Institute

As the executive director of the National Press Club Journalism Institute (NPCJI), I lead a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing the practice and values of journalism. I oversee the daily operations, strategic planning, fundraising, and events of the nonprofit... Read More →

Speakers

Janna Koretz

Azimuth Psychological, Psychologist, Owner of Azimuth

Dr. Koretz is the founder of Azimuth, a therapy practice specializing in the mental health challenges of individuals in high-pressure careers. She has spent over a decade helping her clients face and overcome their mental health issues by developing a unique understanding of industry-specific... Read More →

Bill Nichols

Senior Advisor, Freedman Consulting, LLC

Bill Nichols is a Senior Advisor at Freedman Consulting, LLC, joining the firm after a 35-year career in journalism, most recently as the founding Managing Editor of POLITICO. He brings decades of experience in covering Washington and national politics and a successful track record... Read More →

Taylor Six

Creator of the Journalists Recovery Network, Criminal Justice Journalist

Taylor Six is a criminal justice journalist at the Lexington Herald-Leader and creator of the Journalists Recovery Network, an online community created to break the stigma of journalists in recovery or exploring sobriety. She graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 2018 with... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:00 - 16:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

16:00 CEST

Voices of Resilience: Overcoming Mental Health Challenges in Journalism

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:00 - 16:50 CEST

English

Join us for a candid discussion as journalists from diverse backgrounds share their personal experiences and invaluable insights on overcoming mental health challenges in the fast-paced and often demanding world of journalism. Discover practical tips and strategies that have helped these professionals navigate the unique pressures of their roles while prioritizing their well-being.

Moderators

Sneha Alexander

Senior Program Manager, Asia-Pacific, Meedan

Sneha Alexander is Meedan's Senior Program Manager for Asia-Pacific and is passionate about designing programmatic initiatives that aims to make the internet a safe and equitable space. She has previous experiences as a fact-checker and data journalist in India.

Speakers

Michael VanZetta

CEO, PiZetta Media

Michael VanZetta is a passionate storyteller and founder of PiZetta Media, a multimedia company dedicated to creating impactful content with a cause. With a focus on mental health advocacy, social change, and inspiring leadership, Michael has built a platform that resonates with audiences... Read More →

Nicola Morrison

Editor, Author and former BBC Correpsondent

Nicola Morrison is currently a print editor, with years of experience as a BBC boradcast journalist specialising in TV, radio and online. Some of her greatest accomplishments have included reporting on the breaking news story of Covid-19. She has a MA in journalism and has also worked... Read More →

Al Albertson

Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Content and Communication Specialist, Queer Sex Education Community Curriculum & Share-Net Netherlands

Al Albertson (they/them) is a sexuality, gender, and relationship educator and activist based in Amsterdam. As the co-founder of Queer Sex Ed Community Curriculum (@queersexedcc, queersexedcc.com), a free online platform for sexuality education, they are deeply committed to advocacy... Read More →

Kuwarjeet Singh Arora

Independent Journalist & Publicist, Freelancer / Kuwarjeet Singh / Sikh Journalist

Kuwarjeet Singh is an award-winning Sikh journalist, content creator, and storyteller based in Brampton, Ontario. His recent academic achievements include a Bachelor of Journalism and a Double Minor in Criminology and Public Relations. His expertise and knowledge came from working... Read More →

Arlinda Shehu

Policy Manager, Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Network in Albania

I’ve started my career as a journalist over 20 years ago covering the news of judicial sector. After the first decade in the media, I joined a health magazine as editor-in-chief and the next year I was involved in the civil society sector with health issues, one of the most corrupted... Read More →

Aishwarya Varma

Correspondent, Fact-check, The Quint

Aishwarya is a correspondent at The Quint's WebQoof in India. Her work involves debunking misinformation related to crisis events, narrative-building, and disinformation campaigns. She is interested in investigating the scope of the misuse of AI to spread 'fake news'. Having this... Read More →

Maissoun Khaled

Senior Multimedia Journalist

I'm an editor and a reporter with 10 years of experience in Middle East politics, working both for online media and TV.

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:00 - 16:50 CEST
English

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

16:50 CEST

Ten-Minute Break

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:50 - 17:00 CEST

English

Wednesday October 9, 2024 16:50 - 17:00 CEST
English

17:00 CEST

Fixing Newsrooms: 10 Best Practices from Around The Globe

Wednesday October 9, 2024 17:00 - 17:30 CEST

English

Amidst high levels of burnout, anxiety, depression and trauma, the news industry is urgently hunting for ways to make the “suck it up” world of journalism healthier and more sustainable. How can we change daily practices, work demands and the culture of our profession to make it better for our people? Join two leaders in newsroom mental health for an exploration of emerging ‘best practices’ and practical programs underway in some of the more forward-looking newsrooms around the world.

Speakers

Dave Seglins

Journalist & Well-being Champion, CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation)

Dave Seglins is an investigative journalist and "Well-being Champion" with CBC News based in Toronto. He is a leading educator and advocate within the news industry and is co-author of a national study of +1200 Canadian journalists (Taking Care: a report on mental health, well-being... Read More →

Hannah Storm

Media consultant, specialising in safety, wellbeing and leadership, Media consultant

Hannah Storm is a media consultant, specialising in journalism safety, wellbeing and leadership. She is the Founder and Co-Director of Headlines Network, a community to improve mental health conversations in the news media. She is the former CEO and Director of the Ethical Journalism... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 17:00 - 17:30 CEST
English

Keynote / Sesión magistral

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

17:30 CEST

Networking Session

Wednesday October 9, 2024 17:30 - 18:00 CEST

English

Moderators

AX Mina

Program Director, The Self-Investigation

AX Mina is part-time Program Director at The Self-Investigation. She is also a strategic consultant and leadership coach who’s supported news leaders and managers through programs with LION Publishers, The OpEd Project and the American Press Institute. She was a founding board member... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 17:30 - 18:00 CEST
English

Networking session / Sesión de comunidad

18:00 CEST

Sesión de comunidad

Wednesday October 9, 2024 18:00 - 18:30 CEST

Español

Conecta con colegas y personas expertas en nuestra Sesión de comunidad. Podrás compartir experiencias, explorar colaboraciones, y hablar de estrategias para mejorar la salud mental en el periodismo. Construye relaciones y expande tu red profesional.

Moderators

Rocío Ovalle

Coach, The Self-Investigation

Rocío es periodista y coach certificada por la ICF, con formación en Integrative Body Process e inteligencia financiera. Es Acumen Fellow, una red global de líderes del cambio, y también tiene amplia experiencia en comunicación para el cambio y el tercer sector.Su misión es... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 18:00 - 18:30 CEST
Español

Networking session / Sesión de comunidad

18:30 CEST

Cómo ejercer el periodismo constructivo puede mejorar nuestra salud mental

Wednesday October 9, 2024 18:30 - 19:20 CEST

Español

En este caso de estudio comparto mi historia personal sobre cómo me recuperé del síndrome del trabajador quemado y a partir de ahí, decidí no sólo crear mi propio proyecto de periodismo y salud mental, sino también reconducir mi carrera laboral al periodismo después de unos años viviendo de la comunicación. Voy a aportar datos de estudios que demuestran cómo el periodismo de soluciones puede contribuir a combatir la fatiga informativa, además de mejorar la salud mental tanto de usuarios como de periodistas que lo ejercen.

Speakers

María Miret García

Periodista freelance, Almas Rotas

María Miret García @periodistia es periodista freelance internacional especializada en salud y creadora de Almas Rotas, un proyecto de periodismo y salud mental. Licenciada en Ciencias de la Información (Periodismo) y Máster en Comunicación y Salud, ha trabajado como redactora... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 18:30 - 19:20 CEST
Español

Recording / Grabación Recorded session / Sesión grabada

18:30 CEST

Cómo convertirse en agente de bienestar en tu redacción

Wednesday October 9, 2024 18:30 - 19:20 CEST

Español

¿Cómo sería el periodismo si en cada redacción hubiera al menos una persona que actura como un agente de bienestar? En esta sesión hablaremos con periodistas que han querido prepararse para asumir este rol y que son parte de la Comunidad de agentes de bienestar de The Self-Investigation. Conversaremos sobre los conocimientos y herramientas necesarios para ello, como la escucha activa, la empatía y el coraje necesario para poner sobre la mesa la necesidad de cuidarnos para hacer buen periodismo.

Moderators

Aldara Martitegui

Cofundadora, The Self-Investigation

Aldara Martitegui (Madrid, 1977) Periodista, psicóloga, coach e instructora de reducción de estrés basado en mindfulness (MBSR).Trabajo como redactora especializada en salud mental y psicología en Noticias Cuatro, puesto que compagino con el de formadora y coach en The Self-Investigation... Read More →

Speakers

Alma Delia Fuentes

Titular, Unidad de Investigaciones Periodísticas (UIP) CulturaUNAM

Periodista egresada de la Escuela de Periodismo Carlos Septién García, cuenta con un máster en Periodismo Digital y una maestría en Creación Literaria.Con 30 años de trayectoria, tiene experiencia como reportera, editora, jefa de información, productora y, más recientemente... Read More →

Belinda Calderón

Fundadora Reporte ASG / Embajadora de Bienestar, Reporte ASG

Hola, mi nombre es Belinda Calderón, comunicadora social formada en el periodismo económico, especialmente en las fuentes de empresas y negocios. En este viaje profesional he practicado desde periodismo de negocios hasta el de inmersión financiera. Y más recientemente le he hecho... Read More →

Javier Gregori Roig

Periodista ciencia y ecología, Cadena Ser

Periodista especializado en ciencia y medio ambiente. Desde hace 30 años es el responsable del área de ciencia de la Cadena SER, la radio más grande de España. Ha recibido el Premio Nacional de Periodismo de España y ha sido profesor de periodismo en la Universidad Carlos III... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 18:30 - 19:20 CEST
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¿Cómo es la salud mental de los periodistas iberoamericanos?

Wednesday October 9, 2024 18:30 - 19:20 CEST

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La percepción general es que, desde Europa hasta América Latina, los desafíos que enfrentan los periodistas tienen muchas similitudes y los riesgos para su salud mental son muy visibles. Pero, ¿se estudiará tan bien la salud mental de los periodistas y el entorno en las redacciones como la de otros grupos profesionales y otras organizaciones? ¿Y qué herramientas pueden utilizar los periodistas para protegerse? En este panel pretendemos presentar el panorama iberoamericano.

Moderators

Vera Novais

Science Journalist, Freelancer

I'm a Portuguese science journalist. I have worked for 10 years in a national digital news media. I was part of the founding team and had the chance to see the project grow and develop my skills as a journalist along with it. My work mainly focused on science and health topics, and... Read More →

Speakers

María Isabel Solís Ramírez

Fiscal suplente Colegio de Periodistas y Profesionales en Ciencias de la Comunicación Colectiva de Costa Rica y coordinadora del Proyecto Bienestar, Colegio de Periodistas y Profesionales en Ciencias de la Comunicación Colectiva de Costa Rica

• Actualmente fiscal suplente del Colegio de Periodistas y profesionales de la Comunicación Colectiva de Costa Rica.Experiencia profesional22 años dedicada a la cobertura de Educación y Salud en el Semanario Universidad, La Nación y REPRETEL20 años en Comunicación Organizacional.Formación... Read More →

Byron Fernando Bustamante Granda

PhD/ Docente Investigador UTPL, Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja

Doctor en Desarrollo Psicológico, Aprendizaje y Salud de la Universidad Santiago de CompostelaDocente universitario desde mayo del 2008.Experiencia de Investigación y gestión de proyectos en las siguientes lineas investigación en el departamento de Psicología de la UTPL y el... Read More →

Isabel Nery

Journalist and researcher, Freelancer

Award-winning journalist and researcher, Isabel Nery is the author of several non-fiction works, including "Our Brain and the News: The Psychophysiological Impact of Journalism", published by Springer-Nature (2024), the biography of the poet "Sophia", the crossed biographies of Portuguese... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 18:30 - 19:20 CEST
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18:30 CEST

El poder de las imágenes para enfrentar el trauma vicario

Wednesday October 9, 2024 18:30 - 19:20 CEST

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Compartimos nuestra experiencia en salud mental en el contexto de los regímenes totalitarios de El Salvador y Nicaragua, los procedimientos abusivos en Guatemala, y la violencia perpetrada por grupos criminales en Honduras, así como abordar el trauma vicario.

Hemos implementado un protocolo de prevención que utiliza el poder de las imágenes. A través de ejercicios visuales, donde los periodistas pueden mejorar su actividad cognitiva y tener un mejor control en el manejo de las diferentes etapas del riesgo. En el taller, las persionas participantes aprenderán herramientas efectivas de visualización para mejorar su capacidad cognitiva y optimizar el procesamiento de información en riesgo.

Speakers

Enayda Argueta

Coordinadora del Programa Riesgo Cruzado, Latitudes

Dra Enayda Argueta es la coordinadora del Programa Integral de Seguridad para Periodistas Riesgo Cruzado, iniciativa que cofundó tras el asesinato del periodista franco-español Christian Poveda en 2012 en El Salvador. Dos años después sufre un atentado en su residencia. Enayda... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 18:30 - 19:20 CEST
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Recording / Grabación Non-recorded session / Sesión no grabada

19:20 CEST

Pausa de diez minutos

Wednesday October 9, 2024 19:20 - 19:30 CEST

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Wednesday October 9, 2024 19:20 - 19:30 CEST
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19:30 CEST

Red de periodistas LGBTI+: Cómo creamos nuestras propias redes de contención y acompañamiento ligadas al cuidado colectivo entre periodistas LGBTIQA+

Wednesday October 9, 2024 19:30 - 20:20 CEST

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Hablamos de salud mental para periodistas LGBTIQA+ con la iniciativa "Red LATAM de periodistas LGBTIQ+", creada en junio de 2023 como espacio de aprendizaje y apoyo mutuo. Exploraremos cómo enfrentar desafíos en tiempos de intolerancia y violencia, con la participación de Mo Miqueas y Samanta Ponce-Hille de Chile, junto con Victoria Laphond de México, quienes crearon y co-coordinan la red. Compartirán sus experiencias y guiarán una discusión sobre estrategias de autocuidado y resiliencia. Además, presentaremos un manual de protección que se encuentra en desarrollo, diseñado para fortalecer la seguridad y bienestar de nuestra comunidad periodística.

Speakers

Mo (Moisés) Bucarey Villegas

Coordinadore de la Red Latam de Periodistas LGTBQ+ /Periodista, Red Latam de Periodistas LGTBI+

Periodista (29), no binarie, vivo en Santiago de Chile. En 2018, mientras estaba estudiando, fundé el medio de comunicación Emperrate que cubría el acontecer nacional de la población LGTBQ+ de Santiago de Chile. El 2022 junto a Sam fundamos la Red Latam de Periodistas LGTBQI... Read More →

Arleth Mara Valeria García Sánchez

Coordinadora, Red LATAM de periodistas LGBTIQA+

Arleth García. (Estado de México, 1997). Periodista feminista Maestrante en Comunicación en la Universidad Iberoamericana. Co-creadora del podcast “Periódicas” ganador de la GNI Startups Lab Hispanoamérica (incubadora). Colaboradora en el medio digital feminista “La Antígona... Read More →

Victoria Laphond

Coordinadora de la Red LATAM de periodistas LGTBI+, Red LATAM de Periodistas LGTBI+

Es periodista, escritora y activista. Licenciada en Letras Españolas por la Universidad Autónoma de Chihuahua. Forma parte de la 7ma generación de la Red Latinoamericana de Jóvenes Periodistas por parte de Factual y Distintas Latitudes. Seleccionada en 2023 en Juventud Actúa... Read More →

Samanta Pricila Ponce-Hille Pavez

Coordinadora de la Red LATAM de Periodistas LGTBI+ / Periodista, Red LATAM de Periodistas LGTBI+

Periodista especializada en género y diversidad/disidencia sexo genérica promoviendo un acercamiento a los temas de comunicación desde la perspectiva de los Derechos Humanos. Trabajando en red por los derechos de las, les y los periodistas LGBTI+ y Latinoamérica y el Caribe.

Wednesday October 9, 2024 19:30 - 20:20 CEST
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Salud mental en colectivo: la sala de redacción como el primer lugar de apoyo

Wednesday October 9, 2024 19:30 - 20:20 CEST

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En este de caso de estudio proponemos compartir y analizar la experiencia del medio digital feminista Alharaca (El Salvador) y nuestro enfoque colectivo para abordar la salud mental en el ámbito laboral. Exploraremos cómo hemos creado una cultura de cuidado entre las periodistas y pasamos a concebir la atención a la salud mental como una cuestión de equipo y donde la sala de redacción se convierte en un primer espacio de contención y acompañamiento frente a los desafíos emocionales y psicológicos que presenta el trabajo periodístico en contextos de riesgo y restricciones a la libertad de expresión, como es el caso de El Salvador. También hablaremos de la estrategia para fondear este componente y cómo lo convertimos en parte integral de nuestras operaciones y presupuestos.

Speakers

Laura Aguirre

Directora estratégica, Alharaca

Socióloga, periodista, feminista y emprendedora, Laura Aguirre es cofundadora y directora de proyectos estratégicos de Alharaca, un medio independiente de El Salvador que promueve las narrativas periodísticas con perspectiva feminista. También trabaja como Directora de Desarrollo... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 19:30 - 20:20 CEST
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Charlas relámpago

Wednesday October 9, 2024 19:30 - 20:20 CEST

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Lightning Talk / Charla relámpago

Renacer del burnout: La urgente necesidad de protocolos de prevención en equipos periodísticos
Cristina Castellanos
En 2024, sufrí un burnout: un agotamiento físico, mental y emocional que me llevó a un colapso mental. Ignoré los síntomas previos en el ámbito laboral, acumulando estrés con taquicardias, problemas respiratorios, eccemas, dolores de estómago, bruxismo, insomnio, y sensación depresiva. Durante una crisis mental, la culpa es común y los signos iniciales suelen pasarse por alto debido a nuestro ritmo de vida acelerado. Tras tres meses de baja laboral y con el apoyo de mi círculo seguro, ejercicio físico y mi psicóloga, me recuperé. Este proceso me ha llevado a reflexionar sobre la importancia de priorizar la salud mental.
El pódcast: Una solución efectiva para los tabú en salud mental
Zaida Piñeros
Cómo la realización de un pódcast aporta soluciones a los tabús en salud mental de los pacientes y aquellos que tienen dudas de consultar. También se contará el caso del primer episodio del pódcast "Conéctate con tu salud mental", la forma en que la paciente contó su temor de ir a consulta y cómo al final se convenció a partir de los consejos y argumentos de los especialistas en salud mental. Se enseñarán elementos prácticos y técnicos para que los especialistas participen en los pódcast y el poder de los argumentos para convencer.
¿Cómo cubrir una cumbre de cambio climático de manera saludable?
Judit Alonso
Soy periodista freelance y cubro medio ambiente y cambio climático desde hace 8 años. He cubierto de manera presencial de manera seguida 5 cumbres de Naciones Unidas sobre cambio climático (COP). A lo largo de estos años he establecido un método para cubrir este evento de manera menos estresante (Manual de supervivencia) y en vistas de la próxima celebración de la COP30 en Brasil, en 2025, comparto mi experiencia y consejos prácticos de cómo cubrir esta conferencia de una manera más saludable.
Más allá de la investigación transfronteras: El periodismo colaborativo como espacio de apoyo
Patrícia Álvares
Presentación del proyecto "The Hague Papers", una iniciativa que explora el Convenio de La Haya de 1980 sobre Sustracción Internacional de Menores y que se basa en la colaboración y el apoyo mutuo entre periodistas.
Caja de herramientas
Victoria Miliano
La presentación busca equipar a los participantes con herramientas prácticas y teóricas para mejorar la gestión de equipos, la comunicación y el desarrollo personal y grupal, todo con un enfoque valiente y orientado al crecimiento continuo.
El potencial del counseling como herramienta para promover el bienestar en las redacciones periodísticas
Belinda Calderón, Fabiola Aponte
El trabajo periodístico es, por naturaleza, exigente y demandante. Los profesionales de los medios de comunicación se enfrentan a diario a plazos ajustados, presiones editoriales, cobertura de eventos traumáticos y entornos de trabajo acelerados. Estas condiciones pueden generar altos niveles de estrés, ansiedad e incluso burnout, afectando negativamente su salud mental y bienestar general.
En este contexto, el counseling se presenta como una herramienta valiosa para apoyar a los trabajadores de la prensa en el cuidado de su salud mental. Esta sesión tiene como objetivo explorar el potencial del counseling como herramienta para promover el bienestar en las redacciones periodísticas e identificar los posibles síntomas que pueden poner en riesgo a los profesionales del periodismo que están a las puertas de un burnout.
El mundo de las emociones
Ximena Alejandra
Es muy importante que los periodistas puedan conocer y entender sus emociones. Sin embargo, hay una carencia de educación emocional a nivel mundial, más si hablamos de América Latina. En esta charla verás una pincelada de qué son las emociones y cómo reconocerlas, y verás algunas opciones de actividades para apaciguar sus emociones.

Speakers

Judit Alonso

Periodista, Freelance

Periodista freelance española trabaja desde 2016 con temas vinculados a medio ambiente y crisis climática en América Latina, colabora de manera habitual con la página web en español del canal internacional alemán Deutsche Welle, medio para el que ha cubierto de manera presencial... Read More →

Cristina Castellanos

Periodista y podcaster, Prisa Radio

Soy periodista y comunicadora vocacional, con curiosidad y capacidad de contar historias.Con una década de experiencia en diversos medios, he desarrollado la mayoría de mi carrera en la Cadena SER, la emisora de radio líder en España, donde he dirigido programas informativos o... Read More →

Victoria Miliano

Head of people, Head of People Arch and Senior Mentor, dosunos

Victoria tiene más de 20 años de experiencia en la industria. "Mi pasión tiene foco en los procesos culturales y del talento". Trabajó en las áreas de Capital Humano, identificando los procesos culturales que atraviesa el ecosistema de los medios desde tres variables: Interacción... Read More →

Patrícia Álvares

periodista investigativa, the hague papers

Patrícia Álvares is a journalist and translator with expertise in international news, human rights, and content strategy. Since 2005, she has lived across Latin America and Europe, working in English, Spanish, and Portuguese at outlets such as CBN Radio (Brazil), Deutsche Welle... Read More →

Zaida Liliana Piñeros Hernandez

Líder de educomunicaciones, Instituto del SIstema Nervioso del Risaralda

Zaida Piñeros es abogada y comunicadora social con énfasis en periodismo de la Pontificia Universidad Javeriana. Especialista en derecho administrativo; constitucional y en servicios públicos. Participó en el curso ‘periodismo médico: la salud en tus manos’ de la universidad... Read More →

Fabiola Aponte Silva

Periodista/Orientadora de procesos humanos Journalist/Human Process Facilitator, Independiente/Independent

Hoy, María Fabiola Aponte Silva se encuentra en plena definición. Con más de 20 años de experiencia en comunicación, ha comprendido que su ejercicio profesional siempre ha estado impregnado de una perspectiva analítica y terapéutica. A través de su propio proceso de psicoterapia... Read More →

Belinda Calderón

Fundadora Reporte ASG / Embajadora de Bienestar, Reporte ASG

Ximena Alejandra Barrientos Bobarin

Medico general, Independiente

Wednesday October 9, 2024 19:30 - 20:20 CEST
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Cómo dejar de ser nuestros peores críticos: El poder de la amabilidad y la compasión en el día a día

Wednesday October 9, 2024 19:30 - 20:20 CEST

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El objetivo de este taller es cultivar una mirada más amable en el entorno muchas veces competitivo y deshumanizante de la redacción. La compasión es un antídoto frente a la desesperanza y la autocrítica que a menudo nos acorrala como periodistas, y constituye una fuente natural de fortaleza interior. Es una expresión de nuestra capacidad básica de cuidado a nosotros mismos y a los demás, y puede entrenarse con herramientas sencillas y con respaldo científico. La compasión genuina no es lástima o debilidad, sino la valentía de enfrentarse al sufrimiento en lugar de huir de él. Se apoya en el reconocimiento de que el malestar de los demás es muy semejante al propio.

En el taller aprenderemos qué es la compasión hacia los demás y hacia uno mismo/a y cómo puede beneficiarnos en nuestro trabajo como periodistas. Cómo usar la autocompasión como herramienta motivadora frente a la autocrítica. Cómo despertar el instinto naturalmente compasivo cuando compite con otras respuestas habituales, como el miedo, y herramientas para incrementar la empatía y conectar con uno mismo y con los demás

Speakers

Natalia Martín Cantero

Training Manager, The Self Investigation

Soy periodista, autora y profesora universitaria con sede en Bruselas (Bélgica). He escrito extensamente sobre salud mental y bienestar en medios de habla hispana en todo el mundo, incluyendo El País, Univision Noticias y Agencia EFE, donde trabajé como corresponsal en Estados... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 19:30 - 20:20 CEST
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