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Webinar: Conflict Reporting and the Russia – Ukraine War [Video]
Not every conflict gets widespread attention and media coverage. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has dominated headlines and changed global politics irreversibly, while also highlighting and challenging the power of independent information. While major international media outlets have war reporters...
How the media is innovating to engage local communities and fight pola...
The media, which is not highly trusted in much of the world, is often considered both a cause of and a solution for polarization.
BBC in Crisis: Lessons to Be Learned from the ‘Lineker Scandal’
The BBC needs to debate and adopt core newsroom values if it wants to thrive and flourish in a landscape of competing interests.
100+ GOVERNMENTS, CSOs, CORPORATIONS, AND MEDIA GROUPS TO ISSUE COORDI...
Media Freedom Cohort creates unprecedented global partnership supporting independent media.
The Unspoken Truth about Journalists’ Mental Health
Throughout the years numerous surveys have highlighted the way journalists’ mental health is affected by the topics they cover.
Why Does the Media Ignore Nigeria’s Deep-rooted Tribalism in their E...
For Western media, Nigeria has a negative reputation. Discussions on tribalism, which shapes the country's identity, are absent in the western media landscape even on outlets that cover African issues in depth.
How is this this Norwegian show fighting polarization? MDI Global Podc...
Why has Norway’s public broadcaster changed its TV debate format replacing the usual fight between people representing opposing sides? What …
The Media Battle over Women’s Representation in Italy’s Public Bro...
RAI's stereotypical representation of women in its TV shows raises questions over the public broadcaster's educational purpose.
The Media Could Help Fight Anti-LGBTI Speech in the UK
There is a close correlation between the increase in hate speech on social and mainstream media and the rise in hate crimes and violence against LGBTI people. The media can help break this narrative.
Lack of Diversity Retakes Centre Stage at the Oscars
By Michael Gaskins Unfortunately, once again, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is on the hot seat for …
Donald Trump’s Social Media Reinstatement Raises Several Questions
The main question now surrounding Trump’s return to social media is: Will he go back to promoting the same hate speech and divisive language he did before January 6th?
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