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PRINCIPLES ON RELEVANT|EFFECTIVE SUPPORT TO MEDIA AND THE INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT

PRINCIPLES ON RELEVANT|EFFECTIVE SUPPORT TO MEDIA AND THE INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT

A well-functioning independent media system is critical to sustainable social and economic development, and a bulwark of peaceful, economically prosperous societies. Greater citizen engagement, stronger accountability and lower corruption are all attributable to the presence of professional news media. A vibrant news sector is also fundamental as the first line of defence against democratic backsliding and autocratisation, whose first step is often to undermine media freedom and financial viability. Credible news media provide sunlight on critical social, economic and political issues to ensure a well-informed civil society and accountability of industry and private interests

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The Key To A More Ethical Workplace? Youth.

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The Key To A More Ethical Workplace? Youth.

In his current work, which focuses on civic engagement and economic development, Edgar is no less determined, advocating for personal and professional ethics and seeing young leaders as a catalyst for lasting social change. Nonetheless, Edgar sees great potential in young leaders to usher in change, especially with the advent of digital media.In the workplace, Edgar advises young leaders to play off each other’s strengths and compel in each other the desire to be the best version of themselves.

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Meet The Journalist Holding A Mirror Up To Society In Mauritius

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Meet The Journalist Holding A Mirror Up To Society In Mauritius

“Journalism is about telling stories,” Djemillah says. “It’s holding a mirror up to society and giving meaning to what we see.”The media plays a very important role in Mauritius. It serves as a balance, a force holding those in power accountable.”Djemillah divides her time between reporting and running a handful of NGOs, all rooted in a commitment to equality and communal development.”