Media and Reconciliation: Media Coverage of the Office on Missing Persons and the Devolution of Power: Quarterly report June-August 2018

Abstract

This quarterly report was produced by Verité Research (VR) for the International Research and Exchange Board (IREX). It analyses both Sinhala and Tamil language newspapers to identify the role of print media in fostering national level reconciliation. The report also contributes towards IREX’s Media Empowerment for a Democratic Sri Lanka (MEND) programme by providing journalists with a comprehensive picture of reporting related to reconciliation. Moreover, it identifies ethical practices that could assist journalists and improve the overall quality of journalism.