Media Professionals in Ticino Adopt a Manifesto Calling for Higher Quality in Journalism
On Monday, the Ticino media professionals« associations adopted a joint manifesto calling for higher quality in journalism. In this way, they aim to counter criticism of the industry and advocate for »competent, independent, and credible" journalism.
To «restore dignity to the profession,» as stated in a press release, the unions Syndicom, ATG-Impressum, and SSM are calling, among other things, for improvements to training programs for the next generation of journalists. Aspiring journalists should be given the opportunity to broaden their knowledge. Furthermore, the unions believe it is important that no external parties influence editorial content. Even the publisher should not interfere. Only then can independence be guaranteed. Journalists must be provided with sufficient economic and social support by their employers.
In a protest outside the government building in Bellinzona, about thirty association members wearing white masks drew attention to the manifesto on Monday. They handed out flyers to all newly elected members of the Ticino Grand Council, who met on Monday for their first session of the legislative term. (SDA)
