The abuse of photojournalism in the media: case study women
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2008-08
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Kampala International University.College Of Humanities and social science
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to investigate the causes of abuse of
photojournalism in the media. The specific objectives of the stud_y \Vere to
show how photojournalism ethics should be applied when covering
women's photography, highlight the facts that some of the portraits of
women can conflict peoples morals in society and therefore suggest how
to minimize this conflict and to explain how responsible journalism can
be exercised so as to eliminate this problem. The methods used for data
collection was questionnaires to the staff members of media centers
covered. In chapter four, the findings were presented and interpreted in
relation to the study objectives and research questions. While linking to
the existing literature, results pictures showing the portrayals of women.
Based on the findings it was clearly seen that both new vision and the
daily monitor portray v.·omen in their photography as sex objects. The
findings suggested recommendations that Women photography and
photography in the print media in general should be practiced by
photojournalists with at least a degree or diploma, so as to perpetuate
irresponsible reporting; The print media both new vision and the daily
monitor should reconsider public interests other than market or
increased sales for their papers so that they are not tempted to publish
controversial pictures about women without considering their ethical
implications among other recommendations.
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Research report submitted to the Faculty of Social Sciences in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of a bachelors degree in Mass Communication of Kampala International University
Keywords
Abuse, Photojournalism, Media, women