PinnedSix characteristics of inclusive journalism“The heartbeat of antiracism is self-reflection, recognition, admission and fundamentally self-critique” — Ibram X. KendiNov 8, 2020Nov 8, 2020
How to deal with soul sickness zozobra?Have you ever heard of the word ‘zozobra’? It was new to me until this afternoon when I went through my notes of Naomi Klein’s book…Jan 1, 2024Jan 1, 2024
“Theatergroep Lusu belicht pijn en trots in voorstelling over het Javaans-Surinaamse deel van de…In het herdenken van de afschaffing van de slavernij in Nederland is de Javaans-Surinaamse geschiedenis onderbelicht. De Rotterdamse…Aug 27, 2023Aug 27, 2023
Published inJournalism InnovationA holistic approach to creating awareness around inclusion in journalismFour lessons I learned through the Entrepreneurial Journalism Creators ProgramFeb 22, 2023Feb 22, 2023
Why the Netflix series Ancient Apocalypse proves the need to learn about decolonialityThe recommendation system on Netflix suggested a new documentary series to me and since I love documentaries I almost immediately clicked…Dec 4, 20221Dec 4, 20221
The slow violence that threatens the Marshall Islands, threatens us all.Climate change impacts the most vulnerable atolls on our planet first and the future of the islanders is a global responsibility, says…Jul 20, 2021Jul 20, 2021
Journalist Bette Dam: “We haven’t really grasped how destructive the United States can be.President Joe Biden announced the withdrawal of the US in Afghanistan with a deadline on the twenty-year anniversary of 9/11 this year…Apr 22, 2021Apr 22, 2021
The documentary “My Octopus Teacher” shows that living close to nature helps us to develop…“She just ignited my curiosity in a way that I had not experienced before” — Craig FosterApr 2, 2021Apr 2, 2021
What journalism can learn from Michelle Obama’s response to the Meghan & Harry interviewRacism isn’t a new construct in this world for people of colour — Michelle ObamaMar 18, 2021Mar 18, 2021
Can journalists be activists? And if so, what is the difference?If recent years have taught black journalists anything, it’s that public embarrassment appears to make our bosses better hear us. — Wesley…Mar 2, 2021Mar 2, 2021
What Twitter, one of my best friends, an anti-vaxxer and a cat taught me about the current…It must be the full moon that brings up so much emotion this week, I caught myself thinking at my home in Bali where the calendar is based…Jan 28, 20211Jan 28, 20211
What we can learn from Kenyan journalist Larry Madowo who covers North America for the BBC“I brought all this foolishness to the BBC’s US election coverage. I regret nothing :)”Jan 23, 20214Jan 23, 20214
Journalist and founder of Data-N Kuek Ser Kuang Keng: “Diversity and inclusion shouldn’t be about…Kuek Ser Kuang Keng worked as a journalist on both sides of the world. Born and raised in Malaysia he contributed to the country’s most…Jan 16, 2021Jan 16, 2021
What Alicia Keys’ book ‘More Myself’ teaches us about inclusion“Activism flows through my veins as strong as artistry does. (…) My involvement in social justice doesn’t downplay my musicianship” —…Jan 5, 2021Jan 5, 2021
7 steps to find your inclusive voice in journalism, as taught by ‘The Forty-Year-Old Version’ on…Director and protagonist Radha Blank:Dec 22, 2020Dec 22, 2020
How media accountability is about self-reflection and a critical inward look“The more you do the right thing, the harder it is to do the wrong thing” — Maria Ressa (Rappler, The Philippines)Dec 7, 2020Dec 7, 2020
Alan Soon points out how the lack of inclusion in Western media has an effect on the global…“Why do we still parachute people in to tell a Western point of view? These are big global media companies but that seems to suggest you…Dec 4, 2020Dec 4, 2020
7 tips on how to deal with loneliness and depressing thoughts while working remotely“Loneliness is a sign you’re in desperate need of yourself” — Rupi KaurNov 25, 2020Nov 25, 2020
10 tips on how to use Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Whatsapp and LinkedIn ‘stories’ for…“You don’t need to conquer the whole social media universe. Instead, see how you can find your own niche.”Nov 19, 2020Nov 19, 2020