Assignment No. 5 Part 1 (submit in print 27.10.2016, 90.00 hrs)
From censorship and jail to physical attacks and kidnapping, journalists are sometimes targeted because of their jobs. This question will make you think about such a possibility, whether you are working in your own country or a different place.
Journalists usually choose their career because they want to have a positive impact on their community or society, even if their news reports generate angry responses and reactions. Write 200 words about how you might handle threats or possible retaliation for your work.
Write a minimum of 200 words on how you might handle being threatened for your work as a journ alist. Describe two scenarios where you could see bei ng threatened. Your peers will look at the strength of your description, as well as the logical thought and solutions.
Assignment No. 5 Part 2
There are elements that contribute to a national press system that allows diverse viewpoints. Please provide three indicators of news diversity, and briefly explain each one.
You should write a total of 100 words, to list the three answers and your reasoning for them.