In this episode of our climate journalism podcast, hosted by Dr. Syed Muhammad Saqib—Assistant Professor at Forman Christian College, University and member of the MediaClimate Network—we engage in a compelling conversation with Joy Kibarabara, Adjunct Instructor and Postdoctoral Researcher at Stockholm University. Joy is also a contributor to the climate-focused special issue of the Journal of the Association for Journalism Education (AJE, UK).
The discussion revolves around Joy’s insightful essay titled “Constructive Journalism – a Useful Framework for Climate Crisis Reporting and Journalism Training in Developing Countries such as Kenya.” Drawing from her extensive research and experience, Joy elucidates how constructive journalism offers a transformative approach to traditional reporting by emphasizing solutions, fostering hope, and encouraging public engagement.
Joy highlights several key organizations that are pivotal in promoting constructive journalism:
Solutions Journalism Network (SJN): A U.S.-based organization dedicated to rigorous reporting on responses to social issues. SJN provides extensive resources and training for journalists aiming to incorporate solutions-focused narratives into their work.
Constructive Institute: Based in Denmark, this independent center supports journalists and news organizations in applying constructive reporting through fellowship programs, training curricula, and research initiatives.
Africa Uncensored: An independent investigative media house located in Nairobi, Kenya, committed to producing high-quality, in-depth journalism that holds power to account and addresses underreported issues across the African continent.
Kenya Environment and Science Journalists Association (KENSJA): A professional body for environment and science journalists in Kenya, focusing on promoting constructive journalism perspectives in science reporting.
This episode offers invaluable insights for journalists, educators, and students, emphasizing the critical role of constructive journalism in effectively reporting on the climate crisis. By focusing on solutions and fostering informed public discourse, constructive journalism empowers communities and drives meaningful change.
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