Antiracist Journalism

Antiracist Journalism is a reflection of the ethic of care that Andrea Wenzel lives out every day as a journalist, researcher, teacher, and community member. The insights she draws from Philadelphia's built media environment are a powerful guide for journalism stakeholders—from community members to corporate leaders to philanthropic organizations—who are committed to addressing the harms of erasure and mischaracterization wrought through decades of unexamined professional practice. -- Meredith D. Clark, founding director of the Center for Communication, Media Innovation, and Social Change, Northeastern University Deeply researched and beautifully written, Wenzel’s masterful account of Philadelphia’s antiracist media initiatives is an invaluable contribution to journalism studies. Her call for reimagining newsrooms to become more equitable is a timely and vital argument. Essential reading for anyone who believes in building a truly multiracial democratic society. -- Victor Pickard, author of <i>Democracy Without Journalism?</i> Antiracist Journalism offers a pathway toward disrupting mainstream journalism in the hopes of a better-informed democracy. Read this book if you care about how journalism can be problematic and—more importantly—how we can fix it to be more inclusive and relevant. Wenzel’s commitment to conducting rigorous community-based research in concert with practitioners shines forth in her analyses. She has written an important book—both reflexive and brilliant. -- Sue Robinson, author of <i>How Journalists Engage: A Theory of Trust Building, Identities and Care</i> Highly recommended. * Choice Reviews *