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Role of Journalism in Promoting Public Health

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5 credits

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Description

This training provides an overview of effective communication strategies in health contexts, including Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE), solutions journalism, and behavioral journalism. It emphasizes the importance of participatory engagement, reducing stigma in mental health reporting, and addressing vaccine misinformation with evidence-based approaches.

Target Audience

This training is designed for journalists, public health professionals, communication specialists, and media organizations focused on improving health communication and combating misinformation.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Understand the primary aim of RCCE in protecting public health through participatory engagement.
  2. Apply solutions journalism to highlight responses and solutions to health challenges.
  3. Explore behavioral journalism techniques to influence population behavior through accessible messaging.
  4. Promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma through responsible reporting.
  5. Utilize evidence-based strategies to counter vaccine misinformation and foster public trust.

 

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