Journalists must combat misinformation, report freely and fearlessly - Sharma

Journalists must combat misinformation, report freely and fearlessly - Sharma

By Vijay Narayan
Friday 03/05/2024
Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Chairperson Pravesh Sharma

As we celebrate World Media Freedom Day today, Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Chairperson, Pravesh Sharma says journalists must combat misinformation and report freely, responsibly and fearlessly.

He says journalists are ‘agents of change’ and ‘human rights defenders’.

Sharma says this year’s theme, "A Press for the Planet: Journalism in the Face of the environmental crisis" is significant in the context of the existing economic inequalities and the ripple effects of climate change, climate migration, food security and access to clean and safe drinking water, disproportionately affecting the vulnerable groups including women, children, elderly, persons with disability and LGBTI community.

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He says the Commission applauds the media for their commitment and contribution in promoting human rights, democracy, and reporting stories on climate change, natural disasters, resilience and about the journey of the many displaced families who find courage to rebuild their lives.

He says the information should be accurate and timely so the relevant stakeholders can craft effective and efficient policies to protect the rights of the vulnerable groups, be it in the area of climate change, public healthcare, education, social protection or welfare of our children.

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