Preparing for the Journey

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In her talk, Nazario offered specific guidance to journalists about the steps to take before they begin reporting with at-risk sources on a story of this kind:

  • Know the story

  • Do intense, thorough research

  • Know the personal risks

  • Know the legal risks

  • Construct your safety nets

  • Know the consequences of intervening

  • Know the route of your journey

  • Know yourself: know your limits.