Stories
Our stories examine the ways that race, religion, class, dis/ability, age, gender and sexual identity issues intersect with major topics in the media, and aim to bring new perspectives to light.
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Why Yambio honey doesn’t sweeten the throats of local villagers
By Gift Friday They are expected to sweeten the lives of Yambio County residents through the production of honey but, …
Thirsty Southern Sudanese villagers turn to dirty water for survival
By Abraham Machuor Lum A visit to the sleepy village of Abyei Cok in Rumbek, Southern Sudan, reminds one of an old …
Sex, lies and the Ugandan tabloids
Published: 20 May 2011 Region: Worldwide Uganda’s notorious anti-homosexuality laws have grabbed international headlines in recent weeks, and maybe the …
The Media and the Roma Story: Time to Speak the Truth
Published: 17 May 2011 Region: Worldwide For Media Diversity Institute by Aidan White, former General Secretary of IFJ The story …
MDI’s trainer Richard Cookson receives award for “Unreported World...
Published: 17 May 2011 Region: Philippines & Worldwide Richard Cookson, one of Media Diversity Institute (MDI)’s trainers received an award …
Photoshop versus History
Altering images to adapt reality to suit ideological needs or interests has been a widespread practice before Photoshop even existed. …
World Press Freedom Day provides opportunity for debate in South Sudan
Published: 13 May 2011 Region: South Sudan & Worldwide By Paul Jimbo The 3rd May is the date set aside …
Women Peace Writers Program accepting applications
Deadline: 15 June 2011 Region: USA & Worldwide International women writers whose work focuses on peace can apply for an …
Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship
Deadline: 27 May 2011 Region: Worldwide The International Women’s Media Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2011-12 Elizabeth Neuffer …
Cairo violence proves need for MDI course on reporting religion
Posted: 10 May 2011 Region: Egypt Twelve people were reportedly killed and 180 wounded in clashes between Muslims and Christians …
