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Media portrayals of crime

What can journalists, journalism educators and media producers do?

  • Consider the impact on the community of crime reporting.
  • Report on the underlying causes of crime, such as social factors.
  • Be responsible when reporting crimes committed by those with a mental illness.
  • Balance the need to report crime with the privacy and dignity of the victim.
  • Consider the public health perspective when reporting events, not just the ‘newsworthiness’.
  • Encourage responsible reporting through journalism education. Showcase best-practice examples of responsible reporting.

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