http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-17288577
Today, 8th March, is International Women's Day. The BBC news website posted an article about safety tips for women journalists in conflict zones. Not long ago, a Sunday Times female journalist died in the rioting in Syria. Women are often regarded as the weaker sex in society, and each culture has different norms that are socially acceptable for women. This article is based on the advice of three female journalists who have experienced reporting in conflict zones. It lists everything from wearing respectful clothing, carrying some sort of self-defense weapon (like deo or a pin), wearing comfy shoes, going local and being polite, to having a "check-in" base. While reading through the list, I realized that being a female reporter requires courage. The list seemed rather obvious, but then again, the issues it tackled (such as-being kidnapped or having to run away) put their jobs into perspective. In the midst of discord and trouble, reporters appear to be oasis of peace, who manage to keep focused and calm. I have always had tremendous respect for journalists, but this article made it evident to me that they (mostly) deserve every bit of it, especially female ones. They put their lives on the line to keep the world updated with current events. I found the article very appropriate for International Women's Day as it highlighted real women, the dangers that they may face, and the jobs they do. It was inspiring to once again read about what the women of this world are up to. Happy International Women's Day!
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Today, 8th March, is International Women's Day. The BBC news website posted an article about safety tips for women journalists in conflict zones. Not long ago, a Sunday Times female journalist died in the rioting in Syria. Women are often regarded as the weaker sex in society, and each culture has different norms that are socially acceptable for women. This article is based on the advice of three female journalists who have experienced reporting in conflict zones. It lists everything from wearing respectful clothing, carrying some sort of self-defense weapon (like deo or a pin), wearing comfy shoes, going local and being polite, to having a "check-in" base. While reading through the list, I realized that being a female reporter requires courage. The list seemed rather obvious, but then again, the issues it tackled (such as-being kidnapped or having to run away) put their jobs into perspective. In the midst of discord and trouble, reporters appear to be oasis of peace, who manage to keep focused and calm. I have always had tremendous respect for journalists, but this article made it evident to me that they (mostly) deserve every bit of it, especially female ones. They put their lives on the line to keep the world updated with current events. I found the article very appropriate for International Women's Day as it highlighted real women, the dangers that they may face, and the jobs they do. It was inspiring to once again read about what the women of this world are up to. Happy International Women's Day!
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Nice job on this post and fits the day certainly. What is your topic for these three weeks? I'm confused!
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