journalism

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.

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 med...

Andrew Tate’s Case Highlights Deep Impacts of Social Media Manipulat...

By Lizzie Cernik Since news of his arrest in Romania on suspicion of organised crime, human trafficking and rape hit …

New Government, New Attitude to the Media in Brazil?

During the Bolsonaro government, and perhaps even because of it, newsrooms have gradually become more diverse, albeit at insufficient levels.

Urgent Need to Improve UK Media Diversity

When it comes to increasing the spaces for Black and non-white journalists, the conversation and planning have to be intersectional, across race, class, identity, and gender.

The Iranian Women Journalists Who Defy the Regime from Prison

The choice to give voice to the most oppressed through journalism should not be punished by imprisonment, torture and brutality.

The European Media Freedom Act: An Interview with Laura Becana Ball

"If the proposed European Media Freedom Act is kept as a regulation, the provisions included to protect and promote pluralism and diversity in the media will be applied directly and simultaneously to every member state," Laura Becana Ball

Harry and Meghan Documentary: Diverse Media Narratives Require Diverse...

The Tabloids’ influence in the British society and politics is well documented and researched. When it comes to the royal family maintaining their relationship with tabloids seems crucial , as it is highly beneficial and allows them to lead the narrative.

Is the Media Kicking the Ball on Human Rights Coverage? The Media, Foo...

By Joseph Monaghan On 18 December 2022 football fans around the world rejoiced as Argentina won the FIFA World Cup …

December 2022 Newsletter: A Year in Review

At the start of 2022, we published an article by Aidan White who wrote that diversity will be leading newsrooms. This much …

Schoolgirl’s Murder Sparks Far-Right Backlash in French Media

The horrendous killing of a 12-year-old girl has fuelled an anti-immigrant backlash in French media and political spheres.