Resources to support journalist safety in Europe

What is covered?

The Rory Peck Trust’s Therapy Fund covers the cost of treatment for freelance journalists who would benefit from professional psychological support.
  • Financial support for psychological treatment

The support is provided by:

Ways to reach out:

Contact details and support information were last reviewed on July 1, 2024.

Important information about time and eligibility restrictions, as well as further requirements:

Target group: Freelance journalists

Criteria to fulfil:

  • You must be a freelance journalist who does not have a regular salary or retainer;
  • You must have been actively working as a freelance journalist for at least the last 12 months;
  • You do not have access to any other financial support or resources, i.e. government support or savings;
  • You are not entitled to any contractual benefits such as sick pay, annual leave, social security or pension, as you are not a permanent staff member of any media organisation.

RPT aims to provide equal support to all beneficiaries. Please note that if you have received support in the last three years, RPT won’t be able to support you again.

The support offer is designed for: