Identity in the newsroom : professional role conceptions of LGBT public radio journalists
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A diverse newsroom creates better, more inclusive coverage. Newsroom leaders say they want to increase staff diversity, but when it counts, many end up resisting the ideas and changes brought on by new perspectives. As their lives are politicized, LGBT journalists are often sent mixed messages in the newsroom: does management want them to utilize their perspective or not? This study examines the professional role conceptions of eight LGBT public radio journalists — how they view their role in reporting on the LGBT community, how their perspective improves coverage and actions newsroom leaders can take to create an environment where journalists from all backgrounds can thrive.
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M.A.