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12/13/22
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OpenArchive's guide to ethical citizen reporting

Harm reduction tools for citizen journalists

We created OpenArchive’s guide to ethical citizen reporting with and for citizen journalists dedicated to balancing truth and accuracy with compassionate reporting.

In it, we share best practices for covering at-risk groups while elevating narratives from marginalized communities.

Learn:

  • What to ask yourself before you start
  • How to build trust and transparency with sources
  • How to draw attention to social injustice without repeating government talking points
  • Who to amplify
  • How to frame your coverage

Download:

the pdf

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