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The media has spectacularly failed to engage the UK public with climate change and the urgent need for action. Where has coverage gone wrong? Helen Palmer, IBT Trustee, argues that the media needs to move on from ‘climate doomism’.
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Earlier this week, IBT brought together a panel of journalists and NGOs to talk about how to improve media coverage of some of the world’s neglected crises such as Sudan, Myanmar, Syria and Yemen. IBT Director, Mark Galloway, reflects on the discussion.
12 noon – 1.15pm on Wednesday September 18th 2024 on Zoom
We will hear from Niko Price, deputy director of video at AP in London.
Niko will talk us through all things AP – we’ll hear about how the organisation works, who is in London, how best to engage with the London team, including pitching story ideas and video.
Niko helps direct AP’s live and edited video for broadcast and digital customers around the world, working with a team of hundreds of video journalists and producers.
You can follow Niko on X @nikoprice
As the media landscape continues to change rapidly and radically, we are calling for significant changes to how the PSM providers approach international content.
Our report shares lessons learnt from campaigners and social media experts about finding the right message, campaigning on social media, utilising the media and campaigning collaboratively. We also explore the current campaigning landscape.
Oxfam
IBT Member
The International Broadcasting Trust works with the media to ensure that UK audiences remain engaged with global issues.
Ben Rayner
Executive Producer, Al Jazeera English