Tips & Advice — Women in Journalism Scotland

"Being challenging shouldn't be seen as aggressive - it's just doing your job properly”

Kathryn Samson, Westminster Correspondent for STV News, hit the headlines for blistering interview with the Prime Minister. Here she explains how to nail the political interview.

Women in JournalismOctober 19, 2021

Block, mute, remember you’re not alone - practical tips and advice on how to survive social media

Tips, advice and supportive words from women working in the media for those who are experiencing online abuse.

Women in JournalismSeptember 13, 2021

WiJS Mentorship Guidelines

Guidelines we expect both mentors and mentees to abide by as part of our inaugural mentorship programme.

Rhiannon DaviesJanuary 4, 2021

How to report sexual assault trials responsibly

This is a guest post, written by Karen Boyle (University of Strathclyde) & Brenna Jessie (Rape Crisis Scotland) - originally published on the Gender Equal Media Scotland and Rape Crisis Scotland websites.

Rhiannon DaviesApril 6, 2020

Social media guidelines

Guidelines, EventsRhiannon DaviesDecember 30, 2019twitter, social media, women journalists, pile-on

Top tips for appearing on air

Rhiannon DaviesOctober 28, 2019