Nairobi Workshop on Conflict-Sensitive and Responsible Journalism
Project description The radio and television workshop on “Conflict-sensitive and responsible journalism” was aimed at enabling Kenyan journalists working for government, privately and community owned radio and television stations to be conflict-sensitive and ethical in their reporting, and refrain from tribal bias. The media’s role is to act as the guardian of public interest and an independent watchdog, rather than the mouthpiece of a given ethnic group or political party. Over two weeks of professional training, participants were required to produce attractive, unbiased and conflict-sensitive programmes on the following topics: the International Criminal Court; and the still-to-be-created local tribunal and reconciliation mechanisms. The workshop was conceived, designed and imparted by Bettina Ambach, with the financial support of the German Institute for Foreign Cultural Relations and the German Federal Foreign Office. Goals Media contributing to crisis prevention and peace building Promoting democracy, pluralism and freedom of speech Raising journalists’ awareness to the dangers of hate speech Development of codes of conduct / journalism ethics Giving inputs to the peaceful resolution of conflicts without falling back on tribalism Competent reporting about the International Criminal Court, a local tribunal and reconciliation mechanisms Enhancing radio- and television-production skills. Methodology During the first week, high-profile
All India Radio In Country Training Workshop
Project Justification India is often scene of communal conflicts, be it ethnic, religious, political or fight for resources. Sometimes the conflicts erupt in violent clashes that take lives and hinder the prosperity of many communities. However, there had not been enough training of journalists in responsible, sensitive conflict reporting and peace advocacy through media. This project aims to upgrade the skills of AIR and DDI journalists, to cover responsibly conflicts and equipping them with the knowledge and skills to facilitate conflict resolution and prevention. Project Description The ABU proposes to implement a 5–day workshop on conflict resolution and prevention to train media professionals reduce conflict and contribute to peace-building efforts, through the application of ethical and professional standards in their media practice. The target group are 20 senior Radio journalists (editors and reporters) with at least 5 years of experience. Objectives To assist media professionals to reduce conflict and contribute to peace-building efforts through the application of ethical and professional standards in their media practice. To foster responsible accurate reporting in conflict situations, based on facts and fair treatment of all parties involved, giving as many view points as necessary in their proper content and unbiased way, avoiding inflammatory language,
Radio and Television In-House Counseling on Conflict-Sensitive Reporting
Conflict-sensitive and responsible journalism: – Countering hate speech – Reporting responsibly about the proceedings of the International Criminal Court
Conflict-sensitive and Responsible Journalism in Kenya
The International Criminal Court and a local tribunal – will Kenya ever see the complementarity principle in practice? Workshops: Reporting responsibly about the proceedings of the ICC October 5 – 7, 2011, Eldoret, Rift Valley October 12 – 14, 2011, Mombasa Media Conference October 17, 2011, Nairobi Organized by Bettina Ambach / Wayamo Communication Foundation, with the financial support of the German Institute for Foreign Cultural Relations and the German Federal Foreign Office.
Conflict-sensitive and responsible reporting in the run-up to the elections in Kenya
Retreat in Naivasha 29 – 30 June 2012, The Great Rift Valley Lodge, Naivasha, Kenya Election Reporting Reporting responsibly about the ICC process Countering hate speech Workshop 2 – 4 July 2012, Hotel Comfy, Eldoret, Kenya Organizers Bettina Ambach, Executive Director, Wayamo Communication Foundation, Joseph Roberts-Mensah, Africa Director, Wayamo Communication Foundation, with the financial support of the German Institute for Foreign Cultural Relations, the German Federal Foreign Office, the Media Council of Kenya and the Institute for War and Peace Reporting. Project Description Retreat in Naivasha In the forthcoming elections in March 2013 journalists should be aware of their crucial role in the election process, and of the steps and interventions that they can take to prevent conflict, through the use of conflict-sensitive approaches to polarizing issues. If media can incite conflict, then it can also be used to prevent and mitigate conflict and build peace. Another goal of this gathering is to enhance the capacity of the invited journalists to cover the ICC proceedings in a factual, balanced and responsible manner. The organizers will be responsible for the transport costs to Naivasha, accommodation and meals. Speakers Ambassador Yusuf Nzibo, Commissioner, Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Macharia Gaitho, Managing
Naivasha Workshop on Journalism and Trauma
In the forthcoming March 2013 Kenyan election journalists should be aware of their crucial role in the election process, and of the steps and interventions that they can take to prevent conflict, through the use of conflict-sensitive approaches to polarising issues. If media can incite conflict, then it can also be used to prevent and mitigate conflict. Reporting on political violence can be a real challenge. Working effectively with victims and survivors of such violence requires skill, knowledge and sensitivity. These stories can also expose journalists to personal risk. To perform well, journalists need to know about the potential impact of trauma both on their sources and themselves. Trauma can affect journalists reporting judgement and their ability to calibrate risk in significant ways, which traditionally have not been discussed as widely as they might have been but which has important consequences for the quality of their work. This workshop was supported by a grant from the Open Society Foundations. Download full program
