We’ve compiled this resource database to support your efforts to be safer. They reflect the work and experience of countless filmmakers, funders, journalists, NGOs, lawyers, researchers, technologists, communication experts, and others.
Hostile Filming Protocol
Doc Society
Guides you through assessing the risks to your film and everyone involved, with strategies to mitigate them.
Topic: Other
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Holding Ourselves Accountable: A Consent Calendar Resource
Peace is Loud
Model for establishing informed, active consent throughout the filmmaking process (available in English and Spanish)
Topic: Participants
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Digital Safety Kit
Committee to Protect Journalists
General starting point for journalists looking to increase their digital safety
How-To
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Safeguarding Sources and Sensitive Information in the Event of a Raid
Freedom of the Press Foundation
Measures reporters can take to minimize the amount of source-compromising information a raid and accompanying device seizure can produce.
How-To
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The Whole Picture Toolkit
Film & TV Charity
Helps you create mentally healthy TV and film productions for your crew and production team
Tool
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Choosing a Password Manager
Freedom of the Press Foundation
Learn how to protect online accounts
How-To
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Press Mark?
ACOS Alliance
A guide for deciding when to visibly identify as a journalist
How-To
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BBC Editorial Guidelines 2025
BBC
A helpful tool to guide your thinking about accuracy, impartiality, privacy, fairness, and conflicts of interest
Best Practice
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