Despite the well-documented limitations of crisis reporting, it remains the case that an understanding of the ‘media logic’ through which public knowledge of humanitarian issues is largely constituted is central to any efforts to addressing those issues.’ Using this statement as a starting point, discuss the question of how far humanitarian campaigners should incorporate ‘media logics’, taking into consideration both their potential contribution and shortcomings for achieving humanitarian goals.

Essay requirement   Where the Media Report calls on students to provide a focused empirical study, the essay provides you with an opportunity to both demonstrate and further your understanding of key concepts and research studies relating to global crisis Read More …