There are student projects at the convention that also provide opportunities for students to demonstrate their skills. We do the conventions to also provide an opportunity for journalists to fellowship and be inspired to continue working. The dialog has started but there is still a great deal of work to be done. I am sure that taken as a whole, coverage is better. The media must to a better job.
Many ethnic groups question the credibility, fairness and accuracy for the reports that they see.
This adds to the fear that minority groups are not and cannot get fair treatment. We depend upon the media to inform and provide mental pictures about what is good and bad about our society. When the pictures are distorted, it adds to racial fear and mistrust. Discuss the importance of veteran journalists mentoring with young journalists of color. Mentoring formally or informally is one of best ways to ensure that people of color gain access to jobs and continue in the business.