APPENIDX 4 APPENDIX 4
INDICATORS KEY QUESTIONS OF INTEREST FOR ANALYSIS YOUTH INVOLVEMENT IN CRIME & VIOLENCE
By considering these questions, one can gain insights into the media's role in shaping public perceptions of youth crime and identify potential areas for improvement in journalistic practices. A listing of stories and reports will be done and these questions will be considered for each in order to determine trends. 1. Framing and Tone: • How is youth crime framed in headlines and articles? Is the focus on individual incidents, trends, or specific demographics? • What is the tone of the reporting? Is it sensationalized, empathetic, objective, or fear- inducing? 2. Language and Labels: • What language is used to describe youth involved in criminal activities? Are they labeled with terms like "delinquent," "offender," or "troubled youth"? • Are there differences in language based on the demographic characteristics of the individuals involved? 3. Representation: • How are youth portrayed in accompanying images or videos? Are there stereotypes perpetuated, and do the visuals contribute to a particular narrative? • Are there differences in representation based on factors such as race, socioeconomic status, geographic location, or gender? 4. Context and Causes: • Does the media provide context for youth crime? Are underlying factors such as poverty, education, or family dynamics explored? • Are there efforts to explore the root causes of youth crime, or is the focus primarily on the criminal act itself? 5. Accuracy and Statistics: • What sources of information are used to form the basis of the reporting? Primary or Secondary?
• Are statistical representations accurate and contextualized? Do reports provide a comprehensive view of youth crime trends, or do they focus on isolated incidents? • Does there appear to be an effort to fact-check and verify information before publication?
106 A Media Analysis of the Coverage of Youth Involvement in Crime and Violence and Trafficking in Persons (June 2021 to June 2023) in the Eastern Caribbean
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