METHODOLOGY |
Surveys Based on a survey done with journalists by the Media Institute of the Caribbean for the period 2021 to 2023 the regions suffers from a severe lack of data. To help ensure that the hypotheses developing out of the analysis were accurate, we employed two online surveys as a random dipstick 8 method to gauge public sentiment on 1. How they consume media which would support the media and information ecosystem assessment
which is further detailed in this report 2. Citizen security and their level of trust
These were promoted via the team of researchers’ WhatsApp groups as well as the online platforms for the Media Institute of the Caribbean and UNDP Eastern Caribbean. (Appendix 1) 3.1 Overall Findings Lack of Depth and Analysis Many of the gathered news stories under both thematic areas, were mainly basic reports and did not contain any level of investigative reporting. Investigative reporting can lead to the revealing of important information and can have significant social impact. It includes in-depth research, uncovering new information that has not been previously reported to bring new insights into an issue, using advance techniques such as computer- assisted reporting, and detailed fact-checking that is well-supported by evidence before publication.
Based on the stories examined, they were mainly based on police reports, press releases and public statements from authorities. Overall, there was a lack of investigative reporting.
The exceptions were mostly from Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) where there were attempts to explore the TIP story perspectives as human interest to show the emotional and social aspects of the scenarios covered. Human interest stories focus on the personal and emotional aspects of the human experience, distinguishing them from more straightforward news reporting. These stories aim to connect with the audience on a personal level, often evoking empathy, sympathy, or motivation. There was increased sensitivity relating to the Venezuelan migrant stories. Newsrooms are larger in Trinidad and Tobago with a minimum of five reporters as compared to the other countries in this report who have four or less reporters. The number of journalists in a newsroom significantly influences several aspects of news production including the depth and breadth of coverage; the quality of journalism; the response to breaking news; and the ability to undertake investigative and human-interest stories which require more time and production resources. Larger newsrooms are also better able to have specialization.
8 A dipstick study is a ‘one-time’ exercise undertaken to answer a specific question. The opposite to a dipstick study is a tracking study where data is being collected on a routine basis such as daily, weekly, monthly or annually.
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 9
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