Stories
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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VIDEO: Sensationalist Media Coverage of Migrants and Refugees is Missi...
Why don't journalists hold governments accountable for not guaranteeing safe passage to migrants and refugees?

As the Media Has A Reckoning on Race and Gender, It’s Time To Also T...
How does the British media get away with such insulting representations of working class people?

Black Journalists Need More Than An Apology From the BBC
The broadcaster risks losing trust from Black journalists and audiences otherwise.

Old Tropes, New Outlets: Antisemitism During Lockdown
We might have new platforms--but we are fighting the same old hate.

On Representing Disability
Right now, there are many things wrong--but the solutions are simple.

Dispelling Disinformation and Digging For The Truth of Beirut’s Expl...
How can open source information and tools lead us to the truth?

Do We Need Trigger Warnings On The News?
Do graphic images raise awareness or cause compassion fatigue?

A Slaughter, Not A Sacrifice: How UK Media Portrays Muslims on Eid
UK media has a responsibility to report on religious holidays responsibly.

#HijabisFightBack For Religious Freedom and Access To Education
So why hasn't the UK media covered it?