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Channel 4’s Go Back to Where You Came From is shocking. I’m glad it was made
February 12, 2025

Channel 4’s Go Back to Where You Came From is shocking. I’m glad it was made

Channel 4's controversial reality show has been criticised for downplaying the lived experiences of refugees by turning their lives into an entertainment format. But as Gareth Benest, Advocacy Director for IBT argues, for all the show's faults, public service broadcasters like Channel 4 need to be realistic and engage wider audiences.

Sudan – the media challenge
January 21, 2025

Sudan – the media challenge

Last week, the International Broadcasting Trust (IBT) hosted a discussion between journalists and charity directors with the aim of increasing media coverage of Sudan. IBT Director, Mark Galloway, gives his assessment of the challenge.

We must shine a light on Sudan and bring an end to this misery
December 11, 2024

We must shine a light on Sudan and bring an end to this misery

Tufail Hussain, Director of Islamic Relief UK, has been at the forefront of calls for more media coverage of Sudan. Here, he reflects on his recent visit to the country.

Recent Reports

Decolonisation – the media challenge
December 03, 2024

Decolonisation – the media challenge

IBT encourages NGOs to work with the media. But the two sectors are not always aligned. This report examines the media's stance on decolonisation. The report interrogates areas of divergence between the media and the charity sector before offering solutions forward. 

Fighting for Space: International content and the future of public service media in a digital-first era
November 28, 2023

Fighting for Space: International content and the future of public service media in a digital-first era

As the media landscape continues to change rapidly and radically, we are calling for significant changes to how the PSM providers approach international content. 

TikTok: A Guide for Charities
WaterAid staff recording a TikTok video.
February 23, 2023

TikTok: A Guide for Charities

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