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PRIVACY AND SECURITY FOR AN ONLINE NEWSROOM

  In an online newsroom, safeguarding sources and protecting whistleblowers is a responsibility. Privacy and Security is important to uphold journalistic integrity and ensures the ethical collection and dissemination of information .  Secure Access: use strong, unique passwords for all team members, implement two-factor authentication to add an extra layer of protection.  Sensitive Data Handling: Encrypt confidential data, such as sources or unpublished articles. Limit access to critical information based on job roles. Regular Training :Conduct periodic training on security best practices. Educate team members about phishing risks and how to identify suspicious emails. Update Systems: keep all software, including content management systems, up to date. Regularly patch security vulnerabilities to prevent unauthorized access. Secure File Sharing: Use secure file-sharing platforms with end-to-end encryption. and limit access to shared files and regularly review permissions. 7. Anonymous T

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PLAN FOR NEWS OUTLET

 As an online and digital journalism student, creating a community engagement plan for a news outlet enhances a friendly interaction with my audiences. It involves creating an environment where everyone feels involved and heard. Building a great neighborhood takes time, but with these simple steps, you will be the go-to spot for news in your digital community. KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOURS :You need to find out who your audiences are and understand what they care about, and what makes them curious. SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE:  Utilize platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to share news updates, engage in conversations, and create polls or surveys to involve the audience. INTERACTIVE CONTENT: Introduce quizzes, polls, and interactive stories on your website to encourage audience participation. BE SOCIAL : Hang out where your neighbors are on social media, share news, ask questions, and be part of the online conversation. Make it fun by use of quizzes, polls, and interactive stories to turn

BLAME PARENTS TOO FOR RISE IN TEENAGE PREGNACIES

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A single father, Mr. Richard Danquah, has blamed the rising spate of teenage pregnancy on the failure of some parents to take responsibility in providing for their wards. According to Mr. Danquah who is a pharmacist, he himself has been guilty of not paying sufficient attention to his daughter’s emotional and psychological needs when she lost her mother. Speaking with this reporter last week in Kaneshie, Mr. Danquah narrated how he had been too busy with his job and did not pay enough attention to his daughter who eventually dropped out of school. He said, “nurturing children does not only involve feeding and clothing them but also building a cordial relationship with them to enable them voice out their fears and problems”. Another father, Mr. Lucas Asante, shared a similar view. He blamed some parents for the indiscipline behavior of their wards causing rise in early parenting and teenage pregnancy. He said that the adolescent stage is a critical stage in human development making teen

ETHICAL CINSIDERATIONS IN DIGITAL JOURNALISM

  As a level 400 journalism student, my journey through digital and online studies has been a whirlwind of revelations, particularly in understanding the vital role that ethical considerations play in the realm of digital journalism. This essay aims to delve into the intense importance of ethics within this evolving landscape, drawing on real-world examples to illuminate the critical impact they have on the integrity, credibility, and trustworthiness of journalistic endeavors. Ahmed Hussein-Suale was an investigative journalist with Tiger Eye PI, an undercover investigative journalism organization in Ghana. He was tragically assassinated in 2019, allegedly in connection with his work exposing corruption in Ghanaian football. This case serves as a stark reminder of the risks journalists face in pursuit of truth. It underscores the ethical imperative to protect the identities of investigative journalists and their sources, particularly in sensitive and high-stakes investigations. Ghana