The Protection of Women Journalists from External Interference in Algerian Law

Abstract

The Algerian legislator defines a professional journalist as a person dedicated to the research, collection, selection, processing or presentation of news for or on behalf of a periodic publication, a news agency, an audiovisual communication service or online media. This activity is considered to be a regular occupation and a main source of income. A professional journalist is also defined as any permanent correspondent with a contractual relationship with a media organisation.
There are many forms of external interference in the field of media and journalism, and the pressures faced by Algerian women journalists are diverse. These pressures can come from various sources, including the state and pressure groups. Violence against women journalists is one of the most serious forms of interference, aimed at preventing their views from reaching the public. Therefore, without the protection and safety of women journalists, it is impossible to ensure the provision of information to the public with objectivity and media credibility.The Algerian legislator defines a professional journalist as a person dedicated to the research, collection, selection, processing or presentation of news for or on behalf of a periodic publication, a news agency, an audiovisual communication service or online media. This activity is considered to be a regular occupation and a main source of income. A professional journalist is also defined as any permanent correspondent with a contractual relationship with a media organisation.
There are many forms of external interference in the field of media and journalism, and the pressures faced by Algerian women journalists are diverse. These pressures can come from various sources, including the state and pressure groups. Violence against women journalists is one of the most serious forms of interference, aimed at preventing their views from reaching the public. Therefore, without the protection and safety of women journalists, it is impossible to ensure the provision of information to the public with objectivity and media credibility.