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Fair Coverage for All: The Media Guide for Reporting on Missing Persons Cases
The Media Guide for Reporting on Missing Persons was developed by the Black and Missing Foundation (BAMFI) and the Washington Association of Black Journalists (WABJ) and provides practical steps for newsrooms to ensure equitable reporting and strengthen accountability. For too long, missing persons of color have been overlooked or underreported by mainstream media. This lack of coverage impacts the urgency, resources, and public awareness needed to bring loved ones home.
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INSIDE THE MEDIA GUIDE
VOICES BEHIND THE GUIDE
This guide was developed with input from a dedicated taskforce of journalists, editors, and advocates committed to transforming how newsrooms approach missing persons coverage.
The Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. (BAMFI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing awareness to missing persons of color, supporting their families, and advocating for equity in media coverage and law enforcement response.
The Washington Association of Black Journalists (WABJ) is a professional organization committed to advancing Black journalists through advocacy, mentorship, and professional development.
