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TABLE OF CONTENTS Executive Summary 5 Introduction 7 Research Background 9 Media landscape in Myanmar 11 Journalist definition and categorisation 16 Methodology 17 Research Findings 19 A general state of fear 20 Perceived threats and risks 22 Practices and perspectives on digital security 31 Existing support on security 43 Challenges 45 Recommendations 48 References 51 Annex: Digital Security Landscape and Resource Mapping 56 4

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Digital security perceptions and practices among journalists active in Myanmar

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Digital Rights
Digital Surveillance
Information Operation

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Engage Media

Date Published: Apr 19, 2024

Abstract: The 2021 military coup in Myanmar reignited a climate of pervasive fear, especially among journalists—a problem compounded by an environment where media freedom is already fragile. With digital platforms and technologies now essential to news reporting, journalists must remain vigilant of potential surveillance and control afforded through the internet.

Produced by EngageMedia with the support of the SecDec Foundation, the report “Digital security perceptions and practices among journalists active in Myanmar” examines the security practices of journalists working both within and outside Myanmar. The report found that predominant threats and risks to journalists stem from low-tech surveillance and control. Furthermore, it proposes that a universal ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to security does not exist and that a holistic approach to security is critical.

In addition to enhancing digital savviness, security training must consider the need to safeguard physical and psychological well-being, implement organisational security protocols, and, most importantly, actively involve journalists in the training design.

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