UNESCO is the lead UN Agency for promoting freedom of expression and safety of journalists as part of its mandate to “promote the free flow of ideas by word and image”.
Dr. Paromita Pain
Associate Professor at University of Nevada Reno
India Taiwan USA Venezuela Bangladesh trolling self censorship
My research focuses on alternate media and global journalism practices from feminist perspectives. International communication and newsroom norms is an abiding area of interest. I have researched journalism and news practices in India, Taiwan, the USA and Venezuela. From gender related concerns to self censorship and trolling, I cover many topics related to journalist safety.
Definition of journalists' safety
Journalist safety is paramount if we are to engage with an audience that is educated and aware. This means journalists must be allowed to practice their craft and profession in an atmosphere free of intimation of any kind, from organizational structures, government and private interests. They must be able to voice opinions and share stories online without feat of cyberbullying and trolling.Future plans for research on journalists' safety
I am now exploring journalistic safety in Bangladesh and india ,especially among women reporters and alternative media organizations.- Research focuses:
- Psychological, Digital
- Methods used in research:
- Focus groups, Interviews, Qualitative content analysis, Quantitative content analysis
- Countries of research focus:
- India, United States, Taiwan, Venezuela, Bangladesh
