Media Ethics Beyond Borders: A Global Perspective

by Stephen J.A. Ward (Editor), Herman Wasserman

This volume explores the construction of an ethics for news media that is global in reach and impact. Essays by international media ethicists provide leading theoretical perspectives on major issues and applies the ideas to specific countries, contexts and problems, and the result is a rich source of ethical thought and analysis on questions raised by contemporary global media.

Genres: Journalism

191 pages, ebook

First published January 1, 2008

About the author

Stephen J.A. Ward is an internationally recognized media ethicist whose writings and projects have influenced the development of the field in theory and practice. He is an educator, consultant, keynote speaker and award-winning author. Ward has extensive experience in media both academically and professionally. He resides in Madison, WI, USA. He is Distinguished Lecturer in Ethics at the School of Journalism, University of British Columbia and Courtesy Professor in the School of Journalism, University of Oregon. He is founding Director of the Center for Journalism Ethics, School of Journalism and Communication, University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is former director of the Graduate School of journalism, University of British Columbia. Most recently, he was interim director of the international Organization of News Ombudsmen.