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MANSEHRA: In an effort to raise awareness about the urgent need for eco-journalism and climate change reporting, a workshop was organized at Mansehra, led by author and researcher Dr. Adil Khan, who currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Hazara University. The workshop aimed to sensitize journalists, activists, and social media influencers about the significance of reporting on climate change and its impact on the local community.
Attended by a diverse group of participants, including senior journalists, emerging young journalists, social media influencers, and activists, the workshop provided valuable insights into climate change reporting techniques, content creation in local languages, and opportunities for collaboration. The attendees were encouraged to explore various platforms that offer support for climate reporting, fostering an environment conducive to informed journalism on climate-related issues.
Pakistan, currently ranked 8th in the Global Climate Risk Index, experiences the severe consequences of climate change. The workshop emphasized the crucial role of advocacy for climate action, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive reporting on climate issues to spur collective action.
One notable outcome of the workshop was the commitment made by five participants who pledged to create video packages and write op-eds on climate issues specific to Mansehra in local newspapers every week. This initiative, spearheaded by Muhammad Hussain Amin, organizer of the workshop in collaboration with the Pakistan-US Alumni Network and E HANDS, a Pakistan-based development organization, is poised to bring climate issues to the forefront of the local social discourse.
With this workshop acting as a catalyst for change, it is anticipated that journalists and activists will play an instrumental role in raising awareness, influencing public opinion, and fostering a more sustainable future for Mansehra and beyond. The power of eco-journalism lies in its ability to inspire action and drive positive environmental change, and this workshop marks a significant step towards achieving that goal.