Cultural Competence in Journalism: Dr. Jameelah Wilkerson a Deep Dive
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This discusion uses the success of The Hype Magazine, founded and led by Dr. Jameelah Wilkerson, to illustrate the importance of cultural competence for digital-first journalists.
The conversation emphasizes that immersive field experiences and cultural understanding are crucial for enhancing journalistic skills, including interviewing techniques and producing high-quality, nuanced content. It highlights how this cultural awareness benefits both journalists in the field and editors who maintain accuracy and authenticity in the final product.
The Deep Dive is base on the original article, The Crucial Role of Cultural Awareness and Field Activities for Digital-First Journalists by Dr. Jerry Doby, which cites scholarly work supporting the claim that direct engagement with communities provides a deeper understanding than secondary sources alone. Ultimately, it advocates for prioritizing cultural competence in journalism training and practice.
Peer-Reviewed Articles Cited in the Original Article by Dr. Jerry Doby:Arnold S. de Beer & John C. Merrill. "Global Journalism: Topical Issues and Media Systems."
Philip Seib. "Cultural Competence and Global Journalism."
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