12/10/2020
We are currently facing an unprecedented global pandemic, which includes an unparalleled dimension of global digital crisis communication. As stated in August 2020 by WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, "We’re not just battling the virus, we’re also battling the trolls and conspiracy theorists that push misinformation and undermine the outbreak response." Understanding and addressing the challenges faced by journalists, media organisations, and governments in disseminating accurate content during COVID19 is crucial to protecting global citizens during this and future crises.
Introducing the Global Risk Journalism Hub, engaging with journalists across the world to investigate, together, the way journalists across all societies cover the crisis. We publish cutting edge research, represent journalists across the world, and provide consultation services to media organisations and governments. We also provide education and experience to international students and institutions; recognising their role in the future of crisis communication. Join the conversation to receive exclusive content, access events, and training, influence national and global policy recommendations, and gain insight into global risk journalism.
https://www.globalriskjournalismhub.com/
On 9 July, 2020, the World Health Organisation Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus updated the world about Covid-19. During this speech focused on “global unity” he asked, “How is it difficult for humans to unite and fight a common enemy that’s killing people indiscriminatel...