More than the story: Ethics and empathy in journalism

In a world of breaking news and viral content, it’s easy to forget that journalism is about people. This session explores how ethics and empathy work hand-in-hand to create responsible, impactful journalism. This session will guide high school journalists through real-world examples and classroom insights to help them understand how to report hard hitting news with integrity and compassion. This session is ideal for students who want to go beyond the basics and learn how to be thoughtful, ethical storytellers in today’s media landscape.