Improving War Reporting - Emphasizing Human Impact and Empathy
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the challenges and ethical considerations of modern war reporting in this thought-provoking TEDx talk by award-winning journalist Bel Trew. Examine the impact of social media polarization on conflict coverage and learn why a shift towards more compassionate journalism is crucial. Discover how focusing on human stories rather than violence can lead to more effective and empathetic war reporting. Gain insights into the importance of truth and empathy in healing societal divides and improving public discourse around conflicts. Draw from Trew's extensive experience covering wars in the Middle East, North Africa, and Eastern Europe to understand the evolving landscape of international journalism and its potential for positive change.
Syllabus
How to improve war reporting | Bel Trew | TEDxBerlin
Taught by
TEDx
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