The Protests and The Press: Maintaining objectivity in a polarized society
Channel: HKU Journalism & Media
Date: 2019-09-16

Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm
Date: Thursday, 12 September 2019
Venue: MWT2, Meng Wah Complex, Main Campus, The University of Hong Kong

The recent unrest in Hong Kong triggered by the controversial extradition law has found the media—local and international—uncomfortably at the center. Reporters cover the events on the front lines while journalist organizations have taken strong stands against the bill and against police use of excessive force. Reporters at protest sites have been physically attacked, harassed and prevented from doing their job. And the coverage has often been criticized by both sides as unbalanced.

Objectivity and fairness are core tenets of journalism. But can reporters remain objective when the media itself has become part of the story?

Panelists:
Antony Dapiran
Erin Hale
Jeffie Lam
Professor Francis Lee
Damon Pang
Keith Richburg (Moderator)

Details: https://jmsc.hku.hk/2019/09/12-sep-the-protests-and-the-press/