Protests in the streets. Clashes in the legal system.
Activists of color across the country are drawing attention as they protest perceived injustice from politicians, law enforcement and the legal system.
As media outlets cover actions from Black Lives Matter and other groups, how can they ensure they’re accurately capturing what’s happening both on the streets and in the courtroom?
Join the Chicago Headline Club and the Chicago chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists for a panel discussion Jan. 13 on how to cover the Black Lives Matter movement.
Panelists include:
Darryl Holliday, City Bureau editorial director
Maudlyne Ihejirika, Sun-Times urban affairs reporter
Damon Williams, member of the Let Us Breathe Collective
Moderator: Kathy Chaney, WBEZ reporter/producer
When: Wednesday, Jan. 13, 6 p.m.
Where: American Bar Association, 321 N. Clark St.
How much: Free admission