Indymedia Workshop Teaches DIY Journalism

Yesterday Indymedia Auckland hosted the first in a series of DIY education journalism workshops at Auckland University. 

The workshops aim to give people the tools to actively participate in independent media and make their voices heard.  About 14 people participated in the workshop, which began with the basics of journalist theory, followed by the opportunity to write our own reports based on situations provided by the educators.  Having the opportunity to write and rewrite a report with input from journalist professors was extremely helpful and rare opportunity.

Given the success and level of interest, these community workshop classes will continue in the future.  Possible topics could include;  How to read the mainstream media critically, Video journalism, more on effective writing and methods to get your work to the public.

Indymedia Auckland is currently calling out for people interested in working in a grassroots media organisation.  Positions that we need help with include;

Contributing content (!)
Editorial collective
Monthly film screenings
Video collective
Fundraising
Web tech help

If you are interested in getting involved in any of these projects or helping with the education workshops then please get in touch with chris.