Rawabet Conference Series
Northwestern University in Qatar
Education City, Qatar +974 4454 5100
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This conference, titled “Journalism in the Global South: Expanding Epistemological Frameworks,” delves into contemporary theories and research on journalism practices emerging from the Global South.
Discussion topics will focus on the dominant global news narratives that often overshadow marginalized voices, offering alternative perspectives that empower individuals to share their own stories. The conference will also address the ethical implications faced by journalists and media organizations—a crucial dialogue given the recent geopolitical shifts that highlight these issues. Furthermore, we will examine the dynamics of journalism education and the integration of digital technologies to enhance diverse journalistic forms and practices in these regions.
Further discussions will address key themes such as gender and media entrepreneurship, the impact of social media influencers, the development of self-media, and the emergence of new journalism formats. A particular emphasis will be on the role of technological advancements—including Artificial Intelligence (AI)—and their effects on the future of journalism in the Global South.
These discussions are of global importance as they highlight the profound effects of journalistic coverage on worldwide events and demonstrate how digital platforms and emerging technologies create opportunities for alternative narratives to thrive.
Panel 1: Decolonizing Journalism
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Panel 2: Feminist Journalism and Entrepreneurship across the Global South
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Panel 3: Social Media Influencers and Self-Media
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Panel 4: Frontiers of Journalism Education: Ethical Integration of AI in Global Contexts
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Panel 5: Expanding the Ontological Contours of Journalism
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Panel 6: Influential interlocutors: Stringers, freelancers and non-profits
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