Human Rights and Journalism Short Course

About

The Human Rights and Journalism Short Course will cover a range of topics related to the field of journalism and reporting, looking at the principles and practicalities relating to journalism in different contexts, including in conflict zones, in authoritarian regimes, and in populist democracies. It seeks to provide participants with a realistic introduction to ways of addressing the ethical and practical challenges of working in an increasingly complex world, where information is argued over, and may have grave implications.
The course will be taught online across four 4.5-hour modules on 4, 5, 11 and 12 September 2023.

Course leader

Taught by Steve Crawshaw, an experienced former foreign correspondent, author and senior human rights advocate.

Target group

The content of the course is tailored for those who are already working or plan to work as journalists, either in established print, broadcast or online media or as independent creators of online content.

Course aim

In taking this course participants will:
- Gain insights into the intersections between good journalism and respect for human rights, including based on practical examples
- Understand the pitfalls of biased journalism, the benefits of fair journalism, and how to tell the difference
- Acquire a good understanding of the role of journalism in helping pave the way for accountability for mass atrocities

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