AMS 2012: Session 1 – Media, Development and Conflict: Can Media Make a Difference?

Day 1 – Tuesday, 29th May, 1015 – 1130

Media, Development and Conflict: Can Media Make a Difference?

Day 1 – Tuesday, 29th May, 1015 – 1130

Media, Development and Conflict: Can Media Make a Difference?

Development remains elusive for the world’s poor. Food and water scarcity, inadequate educational and employment opportunities, and limited access to health services are some urgent challenges that confront many stakeholders of development. And so are peace and security without which development is not possible. Climate change also impacts development. How can media pursue meaningful reporting to address poverty
alleviation, peace and security, access to opportunities, and wealth creation? Is community radio and television making any difference? Are there best practices that highlight media’s capacity to make a difference? What is missing?

Chairperson
	Ms Moneeza Hashmi President, Commonwealth Broadcasting Association (CBA) and General Manager, International Relations, HUM TV, Pakistan
Speakers
	Mr Zhao Houlin Deputy Secretary-General, International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
	Mr Sameh Khader General Director of International Relations & Training Palestine Public Broadcasting Commission (PBC)
	Ms Liu Cong Deputy Controller, CCTV News, China Central Television, China
	Mr Etienne Fiatte Director General, Canal France International (CFI), France