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European Journalists Demand Better Pay and Protections

8/22/2025

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Italian journalists face challenges such as low pay and job insecurity, with many earning under €35,000 annually.
A survey indicates that 60% of European journalists experience burnout, leading to demands for improved protections for freelancers.
The Investigative Reporting Project Italy (IRPI) emphasizes the need for financial support to strengthen investigative journalism.

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Story summary

Italian journalists face challenges such as low pay and job insecurity, with many earning under €35,000 annually.
A survey indicates that 60% of European journalists experience burnout, leading to demands for improved protections for freelancers.
The Investigative Reporting Project Italy (IRPI) emphasizes the need for financial support to strengthen investigative journalism.