This course, running together with one on media law takes an intensely practical approach regarding journalistic ethics.
It uses recent examples and controversies to develop the skills necessary to analyse issues that may arise, and to find good solutions. Were the media right to report on the health of the Health Minister in the way that they did? Should the media be subject to stronger regulation, as suggested in recent discussions within the ANC? How should reporters deal with politically motivated leaks? These are the kind of questions that will form the basis for discussion and learning. Participants will come away with a comprehensive set of handouts.
Venue
Date: 25 February 2009 to 26 February 2009 Location: IAJ Offices, Johannesburg More info: 9 Jubilee Road IAJ Offices Parktown