Objective This initiative focuses on addressing the misrepresentation of incarcerated individuals in media and education systems. Its primary goals are:
Equipping media professionals, particularly students and emerging journalists, with skills for accurate and ethical portrayal of current and former prisoners.
Encouraging young journalists to volunteer in prisons, fostering firsthand understanding of inmates' needs and nurturing a culture of ethical journalism in the participating countries.
Creating and distributing educational materials to enhance the competencies of media professionals in ethical representation and integration principles.
Making project resources, materials, and training accessible to the broader public, amplifying the project's reach and significance.
Overview “INSIGHT: Initiating New Standards in Journalism—Supporting (Formerly) Incarcerated Groups with Honour and Tact” is a progressive initiative promoting ethical journalism to aid the reintegration of incarcerated individuals into society. By emphasizing responsible media representation and public awareness, the project aims to dismantle stereotypes and foster social inclusion. Through direct engagement and educational programs, it aspires to enhance community safety and empowerment by supporting the reintegration of former prisoners.
Key Activities
Research and Training
Conduct comprehensive research to inform project strategies and outcomes.
Provide training for media professionals on ethical representation of vulnerable groups.
Local Initiatives
Organize interactive prison sessions, workshops for inmates and journalists, exhibitions, and hybrid events (online and in-person).
Dissemination
Host high-profile conferences across partner countries.
Launch a media campaign to spread awareness and share project outcomes, ensuring maximum impact.
