What Canadian media and government can learn from Black Panther movie

As far too many newsrooms continue to struggle for their very survival, it’s a good time to place more emphasis on diversifying the stories they cover, while creating a two-way dialogue with communities, and ensuring representation.

The fact that Black Panther has grossed more than $1-billion at the box office reflects the deep yearning among racialized communities to see themselves positively portrayed in the media, writes Amira Elghawaby.Theatrical release poster image

Opinion

BY AMIRA ELGHAWABY

April 2, 2018

The fact that Black Panther has grossed over $1-billion at the box office reflects the deep yearning among racialized communities to see themselves positively portrayed in the media. “Those of us who are not white have considerably more trouble not only finding representation of ourselve...

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