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Our stories examine the ways that race, religion, class, dis/ability, age, gender and sexual identity issues intersect with major topics in the media, and aim to bring new perspectives to light.
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Generative AI: Risks and Limits on Journalism and Society
Generated AI is unable to distinguish between fiction and truth and using them as learning tools is dangerous. Moreover, when used in newsrooms, the review carried out by editors is no guarantee of accuracy.

Webinar: Iran, Feminism and the Media
Join us on 17 April 2023 at 17:00 BST / 18:00 CET / 12:00 EDT

Journalism and Identity: Bilingual Journalists Face Translation Burden
The burden of translation can’t entirely be put on marginalised groups and non-English speakers to do more identity work, but they can’t be moved out of the discussion either.

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.