![]() As photojournalists, our work is usually done outside the home, in our communities, and, as illustrated recently, it has the potential to put us at significant risk. Organizing first began around access to protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols. Oftentimes, working conditions are inequitable but by working in solidarity with one another, we can address issues much more effectively. As in many other industries, the global pandemic underscored the need to call attention to our concerns for equitable working conditions. Photojournalism is a vital public service, but the industry's current economic model is not sustainable for freelancers, who make up the majority of the industry. ![]() United Photojournalists of Canada (UPoC) advocates on behalf of Canadian freelance photojournalists to improve rates, contracts, and working conditions in Canadian media, through collective action.
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