Situating peace journalism in journalism studies: A critical appraisal

摘要: Most wars were not brought to our attention if there no journalists report on them and news media send reporters conflict spots. At the same time, often give priority war at expense of playing a positive role in attempts bring about peace. The concept peace journalism is, therefore, seen as an alternative model traditional ways reporting. This article argues, however, that idea comes old wine new bottles. Although carrying noble goal, it ignores manifold nuances tends highlight exceptional, spectacular negative coverage. overestimate influence have political decisions; understands audiences terms passive mass needs be enlightened by virtue In addition this, considerable extent, based overly individualistic perspective many structural constraints shape limit work journalists: few personnel, time material resources; editorial procedures hierarchies; textual constraints; availability sources; access scene information general just name few. All this suggests conduct is matter individual leeway, structures professional routines cannot modified from position journalist. Modern corporate involves processes organized production, thus giving organizational institutional factors well socialization. To any impact way made, its critical scrutiny, advocates must address production. discussion journalism, particularly practical implications, tied realm studies where resonates with ongoing efforts promote excellence journalism.  2007 verlag irena regener berlin 1 Thomas Hanitzsch & communication online, Vol. 6, No. 2, Situating Peace Journalism Studies: appraisal