by Aralynn Abare McMane | 5 May 2021 | Future of Democracy, Human Rights, Indiana University, News Decoder Updates, World
Journalists are under threat around the world. What to do? Take out a subscription to defend press freedom and democracy, one expert suggests. Robert Mahoney of the Committee to Protect Journalists has an easy idea for how anybody can support freedom of the press and...
by Aralynn Abare McMane | 28 Apr 2021 | Fake News, Human Rights, Media Literacy, News Decoder Updates, Politics, World
Thirty years after a landmark declaration of press freedom principles, journalists face threats that jeopardize democratic institutions around the world. Committee to Protect Journalists The international community salutes World Press Freedom Day on May 3 with...
by Nelson Graves | 11 Mar 2021 | Faculty in the Spotlight, News Decoder Updates, St. Andrew's
Linda Rodriguez of St. Andrew’s Episcopal School in Mississippi stands out for helping her students see beyond the confines of their U.S. school. Linda Rodriguez “I am always looking for ways for my students to find global connections in local...
by Nelson Graves | 1 Mar 2021 | Health and Wellness, Media Literacy, News Decoder Updates
Two new global prizes will honor news producers who help youth understand COVID-19 and teachers who help students learn about press freedom. Artwork by newsomatic/emma A French not-for-profit that is supported by News Decoder is seeking candidates for two new global...
by Nelson Graves | 20 Jan 2021 | Americas, Donald Trump, Future of Democracy, Human Rights, Joe Biden, News Decoder Updates, Politics
In a shift from the Trump administration, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will not tolerate white supremacy, two experts tell a News Decoder webinar. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will strive to restore respect for racial and ethnic diversity in the United States and not...