Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma

Covering Trauma: Impact on Journalists

By River Smith and Elana Newman

An overview of current research on the occupational hazards for journalists covering traumatic events, the risk factors that aggravate those effects and some suggestions for mitigating those factors.

Confronting Cruelty: Q&A With Cecilia Ballí

By Tanya Paperny

A 2010 Dart Ochberg fellow reflects on how her work as a cultural anthropologist shapes her approach to journalistic and literary storytelling.

Earthquake Advice From One Who's Been There

By Trina McLellan

Stay empathetic, stow your ego and keep focused on finding great stories: award-winning photographer Patrick Hamilton's experiences covering quakes in Papua, New Guinea are relevant to newsgatherers working in the Christchurch quake zone.

New Media Landscape, Less Media Safety

By Gavin Rees

These days anyone, regardless of training, can blog from the frontline of a conflict zone or delve into the shadowy dealings of some local Mr. Big. How will they protect themselves?

In Harm's Way

By David Schlesinger

As legions of self-declared journalists join professionals in conflict zones, all those who seek to practice this craft must learn to do it safely and know how to balance risk and reward.

Repercussions of a Tragedy

By Jose Jaime "Nonoy" Espina

Almost a year after 32 media workers were massacred along with scores of others in Mindanao, Filipino journalists face the consequences of doing dangerous work in an environment of chronic stress. A recent training conducted by Dart Centre Australasia focused on peer support.

Peer Support for Journalists

A video by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and Dart Centre Australasia on how peer support programs help journalists deal with trauma.

Choosing a Psychotherapist

By Elana Newman

A guide for journalists seeking therapy for personal or work-related issues.

Haiti Quake: Watchful Waiting

By Bruce Shapiro

As the first wave of exhausted news teams rotates out, the story enters a new phase — and news managers need to be prepared to provide informed support.

Covering Trauma in Latin America

Journalists and trauma experts from throughout the Americas discuss how to meet the special challenges faced in reporting violence and remaining resilient.