Deadline: 3 February 2020
Thomson Reuters Foundation is inviting Mexican Journalists for its program entitled “How to Cover Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery”.
The course “How to cover Trafficking in Persons and Modern Slavery”, which the Thomson Reuters Foundation will hold over a week in Mexico City, is a unique opportunity for Mexican journalists to acquire new skills, expand their knowledge and report on this subject, with the guidance of experienced journalists from the Foundation and experts on the subject.
With the support of the C&A Foundation, the course combines the knowledge of specialists with practical activities and will focus on the production of high-impact reports. In addition to providing a deeper understanding of the dimension and causes of this problem, the workshop will allow journalists to gain knowledge about how this scourge is being fought globally, including information on international conventions and protocols.
The role of the media in raising public awareness, in reducing vulnerabilities and in the responsibility of governments, legislators and companies will also be discussed. Participants will analyze innovative approaches in the fight against human trafficking and in coverage of migration, reflecting the need for inclusive political responses that transcend borders.
The course will address, in particular, the ethics of coverage of modern slavery, giving elements to interact with survivors and to overcome the preconceptions and stereotypes of the reporters themselves. Special emphasis will also be placed on aspects related to the safety of journalists, especially when reporting on organized crime.
Finally, journalists will be able to participate in a panel discussion organized by the Foundation that will bring together experts in the fight against human trafficking, including government authorities, survivors and activists.
Funding
The Thomson Reuters Foundation will pay travel and accommodation costs for journalists living outside of Mexico City.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must be journalists who work in a Mexican environment, either in a stable manner or who collaborate regularly.
- They must also demonstrate commitment to the journalistic career and have at least three years of professional experience.
- Those journalists who have participated in a Foundation workshop during the last two years may not apply.
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