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LightRay! Media to Launch Groundbreaking Policy to Protect African and Global Women in Media

Women journalists worldwide are facing increasing violence, harassment, and intimidation, threatening their safety and freedom to report.

According to a LightRay! Media’s investigation into the rising trend, female journalists are more likely to experience physical and emotional harm, including sexual harassment and assault. Online harassment, discrimination, and marginalization are also pervasive.

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Abuja, Nigeria – LightRay! Media, a leading media organization, will be unveiling a comprehensive policy and charter aimed at promoting the safety, well-being, and professional growth through its African and Global Women in Media Initiative following the successful launch of its LightRay! 100 Women in Media Leadership Summit in 2023.

The policy, titled “Safe Journalism for Women,” signed on October 17th 2024, seeks to address the disproportionate risks faced by women journalists, including violence, harassment, and intimidation. It outlines a zero-tolerance approach to violence, ensures prompt response to incidents, and provides confidentiality and support for victims.

“We are committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive community where African and Global Women in Media thrive,” said Lady Ejiro Umukoro, the Founder and CEO of LightRay! Media. “This policy is a critical step towards achieving that vision.”

The policy features a comprehensive framework for preventing and responding to violence, harassment, and intimidation. This includes training programs for women journalists, confidential reporting mechanisms, and support services. LightRay! Media will also partner with international organizations and local women’s groups to advance the safety and well-being of women journalists.

Women across the world in various careers deserves protection.

The charter, signed by LightRay! Media outlines the organization’s commitment to upholding principles of safety, respect, and dignity. It also emphasizes the importance of creating a culture of zero tolerance for violence, supporting and empowering African and Global Women in Media, and collaborating with stakeholders for change.

“This policy is a call to action for the media industry to prioritize the safety and well-being of women journalists,” said John Eromosele, Assurance and Data Protection Lead, Lagos Business School (Pan-Atlantic University). “We commend LightRay! Media for taking this bold step.”

With the current rise of female journalists targeted in Nigeria by state agencies who have experienced unwarranted attack, harrasment, wrongful arrest and detention, LightRay! Media, a woman-led organisation is championing the revival, advocacy and continued amplification on the need to protect female journalists in their line of duty.

LightRay! Media’s policy and charter are available on their website.

For more information, contact:

LightRay! Media
+2348035926901
contactlightmedia@gmail.com
https://lightraymedia.org/

About LightRay! Media:

LightRay! Media is a leading media organization dedicated to promoting inclusive and diverse storytelling.

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