Environmental Journalism
Thursday, June 22, 2019
10:00am- 3:00pm
The Civic Media Lab (map)
OVERVIEW
By the year 2050, 40% of the World's population will come from Africa. According to a report by the United Nations (2014), Nigeria will overtake the United States to become the third-most populous country in the world by 2050. Therefore it is pertinent to start conversations about climate and sustainability issues, particularly the energy, food, and water demands on a country described as the economic powerhouse of Africa.
Environmental journalists are pivotal to the climate and environmental sustainability movement. With photographs and videos, they can educate people about the severe condition of the environment while utilizing the power of media to bring about positive changes that can improve the quality of life in our communities.
Therefore, there is need to educate and empower scientists and journalists to be more effective at communicating about the complexities of climate science and the societal and economic impacts of a warming planet on its population.
The Civic Media Lab and the Green Institute will be offering training on Environmental Journalism to thrity (30) undergraduates or recent graduates. The following topics will be discussed:
The Science of Climate Change and its Jargon
The Media as an Environmental Watchdog
Challenges of Investigative Environmental Journalism Today
Telling a Story using Digital Media
Ethics and Confidentiality
Managing Crisis and Risks
ELIGIBILITY
Over 18 years old and must be a university student or recent graduate
Fluent in English and their indigenous language
Be a Nigerian citizen
Interest in environmental sustainability, social change, and investigative journalism
Candidates with photography and/or writing skills are given preference.
Available for a fellowship after training (if selected).
THE VENUE
The Civic Media Lab
13A Isaac John, GRA
Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
APPLICATION FORM
There are only 30 seats available. Good luck with your application.