BHUBANESHWAR: A media round table on ‘Portrayal of Children in Media’ organised by Unicef in collaboration with Odisha Women in Media (OWM) here on Friday put light on the portrayal of children in media and the pressing issues surrounding their representation in today’s society.
The event attended by professionals and experts from various sectors discussed the critical role media plays in shaping perceptions about children and the challenges inherent in this portrayal.The event fostered a crucial conversation about the influence of media on their understanding of children and their unique narratives.
The Round Table addressed challenges where children are still at risk and underscored the importance of media professionals prioritizing children’s issues in their reporting.
During the open house session, participants engaged in a candid exchange of ideas. Concerns were raised about the contemporary state of children’s innocence, their increasing reliance on social media, and the lack of discourse surrounding their mental health.
The round table called for a collective effort from media organizations, policymakers, and society at large to prioritize children’s well-being, protect their innocence, and ensure their representation in a manner that respects their vulnerabilities and rights. The event concluded with a consensus to work towards fostering a more empathetic and ethical approach in portraying children in media narratives.
Among others, William Hanlon Jr, chief of field office Unicef Bhubaneswar, Ajay Singh from Unicef Odisha, senior journalists and members of OWM attended the roundtable.
The event attended by professionals and experts from various sectors discussed the critical role media plays in shaping perceptions about children and the challenges inherent in this portrayal.The event fostered a crucial conversation about the influence of media on their understanding of children and their unique narratives.
The Round Table addressed challenges where children are still at risk and underscored the importance of media professionals prioritizing children’s issues in their reporting.
During the open house session, participants engaged in a candid exchange of ideas. Concerns were raised about the contemporary state of children’s innocence, their increasing reliance on social media, and the lack of discourse surrounding their mental health.
The round table called for a collective effort from media organizations, policymakers, and society at large to prioritize children’s well-being, protect their innocence, and ensure their representation in a manner that respects their vulnerabilities and rights. The event concluded with a consensus to work towards fostering a more empathetic and ethical approach in portraying children in media narratives.
Among others, William Hanlon Jr, chief of field office Unicef Bhubaneswar, Ajay Singh from Unicef Odisha, senior journalists and members of OWM attended the roundtable.