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Today at 2pm (GMT), RPT Director Jon Williams will join Christian Fraser and a panel on BBC News to discuss the biggest international stories of the day.

www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/live...

Journalists from Syria, Iraq, Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen, Sudan and Egypt will be joining our specialist workshop opportunity for MENA photojournalists📸.

Mental Health in Journalism Summit 2025 Save the date and register for Mental Health in Journalism Summit 2025, a global and open online event!

Proud to partner #MHJS25 and help promote mental wellbeing in journalism. 💭💪

Taking place online October 8 - 10.

organised by @selfinvestigate, co-funded by @fredfoundation.

Register at 👉 mhjournalismsummit.org

Join @coveringclimatenow.org on August 13 for a live training session and learn how to report climate with a justice lens. Explore how to recognize injustice, investigate responsibilities, and tell stories that reveal the full picture.

RSVP for the webinar here us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

From the Oscar®-winning director behind 20 Days in Mariupol, 2000 METERS TO ANDRIIVKA is a haunting and visceral real-time look at the Ukraine frontline.

In cinemas (UK&Ireland) from 1st August. Book tickets: www.2000meters.film

#2000MetersToAndriivka @dogwoofdocs.bsky.social #ukraine

Top News Outlets Warn of Starving Freelancers in Gaza, Call on Israel to Allow Aid | Rory Peck Trust Four of the world’s leading news organisations—Reuters, the Associated Press, Agence France-Presse, and the BBC—have issued an unprecedented joint statement raising alarm over the deteriorating condit...

Four of the world’s leading news organisations-‪ @reuters.com ‬‪@apnews.com @en.afp.com & BBC have issued an unprecedented joint statement raising alarm over the deteriorating conditions for journalists in Gaza. Read more from RPT Executive Director Jon Williams 🔗 rorypecktrust.org/news-and-ins...

Great trailer, important film. Tickets at www.2000meters.film

APPLICATION FORM Please note: WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE EL PASO TRAINING. THIS IS NOW FULL SPACES ARE STILL AVAILABLE FOR THE ALBUQUERQUE TRAINING DAY ON AUGUST 15 Introduction In an increasin...

📢 US #freelancers @ACOS Alliance 1 day safety training, priority for those covering migration and related stories on the US border with Mexico.

📍Albuquerque
🗓️August 15, 2025
⏰Starting at 9:00 AM and end by late afternoon
🍽️A light breakfast and lunch will be provided

Apply ASAP at: eff.org/jstapp

From the Oscar®-winning director behind 20 Days in Mariupol, 2000 METERS TO ANDRIIVKA is a haunting and visceral real-time look at the Ukraine frontline.

In cinemas (UK&Ireland) from 1st August. Book tickets: www.2000meters.film

#2000MetersToAndriivka @dogwoofdocs.bsky.social #ukraine

Safety | Rory Peck Trust

Our Safety Resources offer guidance on crucial aspects of physical and digital safety. 🔗 rorypecktrust.org/get-help/saf...

Our thanks to @GoogleNewsInit for their support. You'll find details of Google's Advanced Protection Programme on our Safety Resources page 👀

Rory Peck Awards to showcase independent journalism's 'Hall of Fame' | Rory Peck Trust The nominations for the 31st Rory Peck Awards have closed and now the search is on for the world’s best freelance journalism. The Awards, which celebrate their thirtieth birthday in 2025, are a vital…

Entries for the 31st Rory Peck Awards have closed and now the search is on for the world’s best freelance journalism.

The Awards, are a vital celebration of courage and independence in journalism.

Read more 🔗

The workshops will take place online over 2 sessions on Tue 19 and Wed 20 August from 3 - 6pm CET.

If you are interested in applying please complete this online form🔗 forms.gle/8SpSahmnwW6U...

Deadline: 31st of July.

📸Specialist workshop opportunity for MENA photojournalists.

'Behind the Lens, Beyond the Conflict', aims to understand photographers’ field experiences and to provide participants with relevant psychoeducation and resilience strategies.

Entries to the #RoryPeckAwards 2025 are now closed!

Thank you to everyone who entered their work or nominated a #freelance journalist. 🙏

📢FINAL DAY FOR ENTRIES #RoryPeckAwards 2025

So exciting watching the entries come in during the final hours.

You have until midnight tonight (BST) Good Luck!!

rorypecktrust.org/awards/

⏰ Last chance to get your entry in for the @rorypecktrust.bsky.social Awards - closes 10 July.
Celebrating the most outstanding work by freelance journalists over the past year. What are you waiting for!?

Enter now:

📣2️⃣ days left to enter your work or nominate a freelancer you have commissioned, worked with or admire!

#RoryPeckAwards showcase your work to an influential media audience.

The winner of the Sony Impact Award will also receive a Sony video camera and lens! 🤩

Closing midnight (BST) 10th July.

PSA for freelance journalists...don't forget to enter your best material in the Rory Peck Awards, which honours the best in journalism (cuz freelancers are the best journalists✊🏿).

It was an unforgettable experience for me last year. It could be you this year. Three days for the submission deadline!

Great opportunity for Nigerian journalists 👇

⏰Just 3️⃣ days to go!

Make sure your work is entered for the most important Awards for #freelance journalists and filmmakers.

Showcase your work to an influential international media audience. Share your story on stage and win a trophy + cash prize.

Entry fee waivers available.

〰️ Freelance Journalists & Filmmakers〰️

The @rorypecktrust.bsky.social offers a unique
opportunity to showcase your work and win various awards.

➡️ Find out more here: rorypecktrust.org/awards/

The deadline is approaching! 📣

📢Just 4️⃣ days to go!

Make sure your work is entered for the most important Awards for #freelance journalists and filmmakers.

Showcase your work to an influential international media audience. Share your story on stage + win a trophy + cash prize.

www.rorypecktrust.org/awards

#journalismmatters

5 days until entries close 🏆

Just 1 more week to enter #freelancers 🤩

Some of the industry leaders taking on the difficult task of judging the #RoryPeckAwards 2025.

Entries close July 10th. Don't delay in entering your work or nominating a #freelancer you believe deserves recognition. rorypecktrust.org/awards/

Categories & Criteria | Rory Peck Trust

Just 8 days to go until entries close!

Enter your work or nominate here 👇

rorypecktrust.org/awards/categ...

So pleased to welcome ‪@khanspiracy.bsky.social‬ @contextnewsroom.bsky.social to our panel of expert Judges #RoryPeckAwards.

A Rory Peck alum, Yasir having received safety training support from RPT early on in his career. Great to have him back as an industry veteran and supporting our work.

YouTube video by ITV News Former ITN presenter Sandy Gall dies: A look back at a legendary career | ITV News

Very sorry to learn of #SandyGall’s death. Sandy presented the very first #RoryPeckAwards 30 years ago. From #Vietnam to #Afghanistan, Sandy remained a reporter at heart. Our love and thoughts with
@carlottagall & the rest of Sandy’s family. What a life. www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXu1...

Delighted to have @prashantrao.bsky.social @semafor.com as an expert judge of the #RoryPeckAwards 2025.

Just 9 days to enter your work or nominate a freelance journalist you have worked with or admire rorypecktrust.org/awards/

Thrilled to have @ayshahtull.bsky.social as a Judge of the 2025 #RoryPeckAwards! 😍

Just 10 days until entries close. Nominate a fellow freelance journalist or enter your work here rorypecktrust.org/awards/.