This is the first book that looks into the state and role of investigate journalism in the Arab world. It explores the vital role the media could potentially play in informing and empowering society, to assist in opening up the communicative space in a region where this has previously been taboo.

Autorentext
Saba Bebawi has published on the role of media in democracy-building and media power. She has worked as a journalist for Radio Jordan English, CNN, World New Events (USA), and Dubai TV. She is co-editor of Social Media and the Politics of Reportage: The Arab Spring. Saba has held academic positions at Monash University and Swinburne University in Australia, and Zayed University in the UAE.

Inhalt

Introduction 1. The Rise of Investigative Journalism Globally and in the Arab World 2. Investigative Journalism Training 3. Investigative Journalism Practice 4. Regulatory Frameworks and Freedom of Information 5. Issues and Challenges 6. The Way Forward