Journalism Changing The World

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 "A drop of ink can make a billion people think," said Lord Byron. Journalists play one of the most important roles in society; they not only disseminate information and write articles for information, entertainment, and literature, but they are also becoming the world's voice, reformers, and revolutionaries. However, this privilege and power come with risks that could be very dangerous for the journalist or even for other people. For this reason, journalists must adhere to certain guidelines and conventions in order to give their work credibility and maintain their standing in society.

 


As a student journalist, I find it difficult to do journalism at times, especially when it involves hard news. Transparency, equality, accuracy, and newsworthiness are all important virtues to uphold. You will be held responsible for any errors, misunderstandings, or potential causes of action as a journalist. In short, everything you write in your journals and make public is subject to accountability. In addition to being public figures, journalists are among the most important in our society because they write for justice and the truth. "Accountability journalism," whether investigative reporting, political fact-checking, or other forms of reporting, must captivate readers and have an impact on audiences.

Delivering facts to the public is journalism's first and most important principle. As previously stated, journalists serve as public speakers, ambassadors, and public figures and as such, they must present accurate information in a relevant context. Everything else, including context, interpretation, comment, criticism, and analysis is built on accuracy. The best way to ensure credibility is to avoid publishing rumors or accusations that are not supported by evidence. If at all possible, offer proof or get in touch with witnesses directly. Readers should be aware that even thoroughly researched articles could have typos or missing information. Always double-check information before using it from different sources.


Being a journalist therefore entails a great deal of responsibility and dedication because they have the ability to influence public opinion, educate the public with numerous facts and knowledge, and alter society as a whole. Because of this, one of the foundational principles of journalism is that journalists should be impartial or fair. Every story could have a lot of sides and perspectives.  Journalists should provide the appropriate context even though they are not required to present every angle of a story.  Even in small situations, the narrative must maintain objectivity. People will only have confidence and trust in you if your reporting is objective. One instance that caused controversy was during the 2022 election, when GMA news anchor Vicky Morales and host Mel Changco expressed their opinions on the most recent election. They were immediately criticized for being unreliable and biased news anchors.

In conclusion, communication and journalism are essential to the functioning of any society. As a result, it is essential to hold journalists accountable for their actions in order to prevent them from abusing their position of authority and to encourage them to modify their processes if they are discovered to be harmful or unethical. By doing this, we can reduce the risks associated with making poor choices while also making sure that the public only sees the best content.

 Love, Cj


References: 

Perry, P. (n.d). Why is it important to make communication and journalists accountable for their actions? https://authorscast.com/why-is-it-important-for-journalists-to-use-credible-sources 

Jethinomics. (2020, April 9). What Are The Main Principles Of Journalism? https://www.j-ethinomics.org/what-are-the-main-principles-of-journalism/

American Press Association. (n.d). Principles of Journalism. https://americanpressassociation.com/principles-of-journalism/

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