Without fear or favour: challenges of reporting on China

Media Diversity Australia is a nation wide not-for-profit organisation that is working to make our news media more reflective of all Australians.

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How can journalists  in Australia deliver fearless, accurate and balanced reporting on China?

Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas

China's geopolitics, human rights record, COVID-19 handling and perceived influence on Australia are dominant news topics. Journalists and media commentators, particularly those of Chinese heritage, often fear repercussions from Chinese authorities or their supporters. Newsrooms also often struggle with balance and nuance, such as the very different opinions and culture of their Chinese audiences - at least those that are engaged with mainstream news.The resulting self-censorship, limited contacts and cultural understanding affects reporting quality. This then shapes the engagement with and by the Chinese community with Australian media - and Australia as a whole. Media Diversity Australia and the National Ethnic and Multicultural Broadcasters Council are excited to present Without fear or favour: challenges of reporting on China. This is a must-attend event for any watcher of China, its relationship with Australia, media freedom and balance, and multiculturalism. Panel:Moderator: Stan Grant, Host - ABC China Tonight, award-winning Australian journalist, presenter and former CNN International correspondent Mandi Wicks, Director - SBS News and Current AffairsEcho Hui, Investigative reporter - ABC News, formerly South China Morning PostSongfa Liu, President - 1CMS community radio in CanberraJennifer Hsu, Research Fellow - The Lowy Institute Registrations (free) essential via Eventbrite. Refreshments and drinks provided.

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