Addressing deficit reporting is more than just telling positive stories
Luke Pearson writes “Deficit discourse is not synonymous with ‘negative stories’. … It is the lens through which Indigenous people and stories are viewed, so even a story focussed on success can still engage in a deficit discourse.”
Media inclusion of Indigenous peoples is increasing but there is still room for improvement
“In recent times, meaningful self-reflection by some elements of the media industry has seen improvements. However, there is still a need for greater representation of First Nations peoples’ perspectives in the media – particularly in relation to Indigenous issues.” writes Tristan Kennedy
For an Indigenous perspective on ‘Australia Day’, here’s a quick guide to First Nations media platforms
“First Nations media provide information from Indigenous communities, journalists and experts that better reflects what is happening in response to events like “Australia Day”. From community radio live broadcasts of Invasion Day speakers to NITV’s week of dedicated programming #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe, First Nations media present self-determination in action.”
Blak journalism and the Australian news media
Jack Latimore writes “Throughout much of the 20th century, language and meaning in Australia were strictly governed. Until recently, there was little awareness of the fact. Mostly because it affected Aboriginal people. You see, language and meaning are imbued with power and jurisdiction. Which is to say that language and meaning are capable of conferring, subverting – or preserving – sovereignty” …
10 things you should know about systemic racism
Luke Pearson and Mick O'Loughlin write “far too few people have any understanding whatsoever of what racism is, let alone what systemic racism is, and since we deliver anti-racism training here at IndigenousX we thought we would make a list of 10 things you should know about systemic racism”...
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“IndigenousX champions voices from our communities through analysis, commentary, and public interest journalism.”
While On-Screen Diversity Is Important, What Happens Offscreen Is Paramount
Laura Murphy-Oates writes While On-Screen Diversity Is Important, What Happens Offscreen Is Paramount: “We need leaders on all levels who understand the importance of representation in the media, because they themselves have shouldered the burden of representation and wish to make a world where others of non-Anglo heritage see themselves on and off screen. The consequences of doing otherwise are stark. August 2020.
We Must Build upon the Foundations of Black Media
Amy McQuire writes We Must Build upon the Foundations of Black Media: “Wouldn’t it be great to have a Black media space that is not seen as just a beginning, but as an end? The power of Black media is not just in the ability to report on Aboriginal issues without the oversight of white people who want to control the narrative, but in its accountability”. July 2020.
Media and White Blinkers
Jack Gibson writes Media and White Blinkers: “We are told that Aunty ABC is the impartial perspective, the media source that will show us the truth but all too often Aunty ABC disappoints. This time – the reporting of the devastation being experienced by Walpiri mob is reprehensible”. November 2019.
Inspired by young blackfullas making media for black audiences
Tarneen Onus-Williams writes I was inspired by young blackfullas making media for black audiences: She writes about her involvement with the Warriors of the Aboriginal Resistance collective, and the influence of the Blackfella Revolution Facebook page and the power of Black Nations Rising magazine. March 2018.
We must listen to Indigenous voices
Tristan Kennedy writes We must listen to Indigenous voices. Social media is a good place to start: “January is increasingly becoming a time for fierce debate about Indigenous identities and Australian nationhood. And each year the debate is gathering more attention. Indigenous voices, especially on social media, are getting louder”. February 2018.
5 figures in the history of First Nations Media you should know about
Jack Latimore highlights Five figures in the history of First Nations Media you should know about: featuring profiles of John Newfong, Dot West, Tiga Bayles, Bruce McGuinness, Gavin Jones, as well as links to other First Nations media pioneers Jack Patten, Merv Bishop, Ross Watson, Bill Thaiday, Thomas Brune, and Walter George Arthur. March 2018.
Strong, black women to highlight the positive stories we share
Tess Ryan writes about Strong, black women to highlight the positive stories we share: on challenging deficit discourse, and positive stories of strong black women that she writes about in her work. “This demonstrates an emergence of power and influence that does not fit in with the deficit stories that are brought by the mainstream media”. August 2017.
A lack of Indigenous Voices
Jack Latimore writes about A lack of Indigenous voices is turning blackfellas off old media: “There are more blackfellas working in media than a few decades ago but real change will come from true diversity and seniority, not token appointments”. November 2016.
Indigenous media is crucial to the Australian landscape
Emily Nicol writes Indigenous media is crucial to the Australian landscape and it needs to be self-sufficient. September 2015.
SBS Seemed like a Miracle, Then I Realised It Was Not a Place for People Who Looked like Me
SBS Seemed like a Miracle, Then I Realised It Was Not a Place for People Who Looked like Me
Nick Bhasin, Sydney Morning Herald, 11 July 2020.
Disrupting the Master Narrative: Indigenous People and Tweeting Colonial History
Disrupting the Master Narrative: Indigenous People and Tweeting Colonial History
Bronwyn Carlson, Griffith REVIEW 64: New Disruptors (2019).
Gut Punch After Gut Punch, Death After Death
Gut Punch After Gut Punch, Death After Death
Allan Clarke, Meanjin, June 7 2020
Covering Black Deaths Led This Aboriginal Journalist to a Breakdown
Allan Clarke writes about the costs for First Nations journalists in the media reporting on stories that impact them and their communities. ABC online, June 2020.
Cultural Diversity in TV News: Miriam Corowa
ABC Indigenous Journalist Miriam Corowa on Cultural Diversity in TV News and Her Personal Struggles and Triumphs’.
By Miriam Corowa, ABC, 28 August 2020.