Social Justice Journalism

Social justice journalism is a genre of journalism that emphasizes injustices and inequalities in society. Depending on the model of news organizations, social justice journalism might also advocate for social change and justice.

Since the new millennia and around the world, there has been a rise in social movement and protest activity. These movements call attention to social injustices and disparities that exacerbate inequalities around the world. However, beyond the viral discussions on social media that accompany most of these recent movements, various forms of journalism can play an essential role in pushing forward social justice, by bringing light to social injustice, educating publics, and pushing forward solutions-centered narratives that challenge rather than maintain the status quo.

Traditional journalism’s foundations were rooted within what many scholars now ...