But whose harm? Towards the ethics of participatory advocacy journalism with unhoused populations

DVOŘÁK, Vojtěch. But whose harm? Towards the ethics of participatory advocacy journalism with unhoused populations. Journalism. SAGE Publications, 2024, neuveden, neuveden, p. 1-18. ISSN 1464-8849. Available from: https://dx.doi.org/10.1177/14648849241228093.

Basic information

• Original name: But whose harm? Towards the ethics of participatory advocacy journalism with unhoused populations
• Authors: DVOŘÁK, Vojtěch (203 Czech Republic, guarantor, belonging to the institution).
• Edition: Journalism, SAGE Publications, 2024, 1464-8849.

Other information

• Original language: English
• Type of outcome: Article in a journal
• Field of Study: 50801 Journalism
• Country of publisher: United States of America
• Confidentiality degree: is not subject to a state or trade secret
• WWW: article - open access
• Impact factor: Impact factor: 2.900 in 2022
• Organization unit: Faculty of Social Studies
• Doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/14648849241228093
• UT WoS: 001157303300001
• Keywords in English: Critical pedagogy; critical theory; empowerment; ethics; media participation; unhousedpeople; homelessness
• Tags: online first
• Tags: International impact, Reviewed

Abstract

Maximalist forms of media participation bring about innovative ways to empower people who experience homelessness while also holding the potential to challenge common stereotypes and media narratives related to homelessness. This paper is part of a broader research focused on developing media participation opportunities for unhoused populations. Its objective is to examine and discuss the compatibility of critical theories with media participation, drawing on the example of a participatory newspaper project conducted with unhoused people. The discussion is illustrated by several ethical issues that emerged from the process of co-creation. It concludes that critical theories provide a solid foundation for maximalist forms of media participation with unhoused people. However, it is crucial to acknowledge the potential risks associated with such participation endeavors. Therefore, it is recommended that the principles and practices of critical pedagogy be integrated into these projects. Furthermore, individuals involved in these efforts should be encouraged to draw on professional journalists’ ethical codes and values. Failure to do so may increase the risk of harm to the vulnerable population and undermines the potential for individual empowerment, ultimately hindering community empowerment.