Module 2: Measuring Pluralism and Role of Media

Fill in the blank with all that apply. The Global Pluralism Monitor _______________.

can help assess whether pluralism is advancing or deteriorating in a country
assesses the quality of journalism in a country
measures the extent to which groups within a country are included and excluded in all dimensions of society
is useful only to governments and international organisations

Match the dimension assessed by the Global Pluralism Monitor to the question it addresses:

Are any groups barred or presented with unjust barriers to citizenship because of their ethnicity or religion?
Are all policies and laws in the country equally and fairly enforced across all groups?
Are civil society actors that champion inclusion and respect for diversity prominent, or are they on the margins?
To what extent are there inequalities among groups politically, economically, and socially?
Do diverse groups trust public institutions and each other?

How can journalists and media actors promote pluralism through their reporting? (Select all that apply)

Write stories that focus primarily on dominant groups and their contributions to society
Report on civil society actors who promote pluralistic values and help bring them to “centre stage”
Highlight stories that reflect popular stereotypes of certain groups
Write a self-reflective article on how the media is influences public perception and behaviour
Use the Global Pluralism country reports to identify potential stories and understand key background information on issues