APPENDIX 5 APPENDIX 5
INDICATOR 1.1 KEY QUESTIONS OF INTEREST & ANALYSIS TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (TIP)
To gain insight into how the media reports and covers stories on human trafficking 1. Frame and Perspective:
• How does the media typically frame stories related to human trafficking?
• What perspectives or angles are commonly emphasized in these stories?
• Are there specific themes or narratives that are consistently present in media coverage of human trafficking? 2. Narrative Approach:
• Are human trafficking stories typically presented as isolated incidents, or is there an effort to connect them to broader social issues?
• How does the media portray the victims and perpetrators of human trafficking?
• Sensationalism vs. Sensitivity: How does the media balance the need to inform the public with the risk of sensationalizing or exploiting sensitive content related to human trafficking? • Are there guidelines or ethical considerations that journalists follow in reporting on s uch issues?
3.
Sourcing and Verification:
• How do journalists verify information when reporting on human trafficking cases?
• What sources do they rely on, and how do they ensure the credibility of those sources? • Are there challenges or limitations in obtaining accurate information on human trafficking incidents?
4.
Sensitivity and Ethical Considerations:
• How does the media approach the sensitive nature of human trafficking stories, particularly when it involves victims and survivors? • What ethical guidelines or considerations are followed when reporting on these issues?
108 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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