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Journalism in Adversity: Reporting through Conflict, Marginalization, and Authoritarianism book cover

1st Edition

Journalism in Adversity Reporting through Conflict, Marginalization, and Authoritarianism

Edited By Gina Baleria Copyright 2027
242 Pages 1 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

242 Pages 1 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Drawing on expert contributions, case studies, and practical advice, Journalism in Adversity offers a compelling guide to practising journalism in complex and challenging conditions. From war zones and authoritarian regimes to natural disasters and systemic inequalities, this book helps students develop the vital intangible skills and resilience strategies which are often overlooked in the... Read more

List of Contributors

 

1.     INTRODUCTION: Effective Reporting in the Face of Increasing Antagonism, Misinformation, & Information Vacuums

Gina Baleria

 

PART 1: Deconstructing Objectivity Toward More Impactful Journalism

2.   The Notion of Objectivity in a Post-George Floyd World
            Jennifer C. Thomas

3.   A Journalistic Approach to Transforming Our Understanding of Framing & Expertise
            Aubrey Nagle

4.   Expanding the Meaning of Journalism’s Impact on Society
            Anita Varma & Rahoof Kaliyarakath

 

PART 2: News Coverage in Crisis and Adversity

5.   Facing Journalistic Coverage in Crisis Contexts
      Daniela Grassau, Constanza Ortega-Gunckel, & Soledad Puente

6.   What the Classroom Cannot Teach: Field-Based Knowledge & the Intangible Capacities of Conflict Journalism
      Fariba Pajooh

7.   Navigating AI, Online Harassment, & Security in Digital Spaces
      Gina Baleria

 

PART 3: Valuing the Unique Perspectives of Journalists

8.   The Value & Detriments of Identity & Code Shifting in Journalism 
            John C. Watson

9.   Overcoming Impostor Syndrome in Journalism: Practical Strategies for Reclaiming Confidence
       Jesús Ayala Rico

10.   It’s Time to Face Journalistic Vulnerabilities More Directly
         Qun Wang

 

Glossary

Index

Biography

Gina Baleria, Ed.D., is Asociate Professor of Journalism, Digital Media, Media Writing, and Podcasting at Sonoma State University, USA, and a former broadcast and digital journalist. Her book, The Journalism Behind Journalism: Going Beyond the Basics to Train Effective Journalists in a Shifting Landscape (Routledge 2021) explores how to cultivate intangible journalistic skills, such as curiosity, empathy, tenacity, recognizing implicit biases, and writing inclusively.

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