5 Ways the Media Can Accurately and Sensitively Report on Gender-Based Violence
South Africa’s Media Development and Diversity Agency held a masterclass for community journalists.
Why Global Citizens Should Care
Gender-based violence is the cause of thousands of deaths in South Africa every year and remains a significant issue in the country. It is important for the media to report on it in a way that’s accurate and sensitive, in order to better educate the public and help bring awareness to the issue. The United Nations’ Global Goal 5 calls for gender equality; this can only be achieved if everyone is well-informed on gender-based violence and the impact that it has, to better take action against it. Join the movement and take action here.