Listen "Diversity"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode we unpick issues around the lack of diversity in the media and how it impacts freelance journalists. We discuss how to tackle this growing concern with travel writer Travis Levius and freelance journalist and author Saima Mir.The GuestsTravis Levius @misterleviushttps://www.instagram.com/misterleviusSaima Mir @SaimaMirhttps://saimamir.com/ResourcesJournalism Diversity Fund https://www.nctj.com/Journalism-Diversity-FundWomen in Journalism diversity report https://womeninjournalism.co.uk/lack-diversity-british-newsrooms/White Paper: Diversity in Journalism https://www.responsesource.com/blog/whitepaper-diversity-in-journalism/Press Pad: Media Diversity in the UK https://presspad.co.uk/making-the-case-for-diverse-newsrooms/Freelancing for Journalists is sponsored by The Tax Farm, the accountancy service dedicated to freelancers, the self-employed and small business owners. The right accountant is more than a number cruncher and tax return filer – they’re your business guardian, helping you make better financial decisions. Talk to John at The Tax Farm today and quote ‘FFJ15’ to claim your exclusive 15% discount.
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