Reporters Shield is an independent membership organisation dedicated to protecting investigative journalists, media outlets, and civil society groups from legal threats aimed at suppressing public interest reporting. Offering access to legal defence, pre-publication review, and strategic support, Reporters Shield helps safeguard journalists from abusive lawsuits such as SLAPPs and other forms of legal intimidation.
By strengthening the resilience of investigative reporting worldwide, the organisation ensures that those uncovering corruption, abuses of power, and wrongdoing can continue their work safely and confidently. Reporters Shield plays a critical role in defending press freedom, transparency, and accountability across borders.
Country registered in: United States
Region:
- North America
Member type:
- General
Organisation type:
- Topical