Workshop: Journalism in direct democracy

Presentation and discussion

Journalism that criticizes power should not be a concept, but a practice. That is to say, the critical aspect must not only be part of the approach or attitude adopted, but also influence the way we prepare for such a confrontation with the world.

As such, journalism is not only an opportunity to develop a critical view of the world, but also offers the opportunity to question one’s own expectations, beliefs and practices.

Megafon is a Bern newspaper, organised according to the principles of self-management and direct democracy. It is written, drawn and printed at the Reitschule cultural and political center. Each month, Megafon publishes journalistic and graphic contributions, as well as the complete program of events at the Reitschule.

After a brief overview of our editorial work, we propose an open discussion on concrete ways of further developing the newspaper.