Supporting Climate Reporting In Indonesian Newsrooms

This project will support Indonesian journalists across the Makassar region to strengthen their climate and energy reporting, and in turn, help communities navigate a changing world. It will provide tools to support telling of the climate story clearly, accurately and with a focus on solutions.
The project explores the challenges newsrooms face when covering the climate and energy transition. It will also examine journalist perspectives on how well their audiences understand climate topics, and their ability to effectively communicate the science and solutions.
This knowledge will shape workshops that aim to build journalists’ understanding of climate science and effective climate communication which they can embed in their professional practice and newsrooms.
The project will draw upon shared climate challenges across Australia and Indonesia, creating space for knowledge exchange. As a pilot, it aims to develop a model that can be replicated, adapted, or scaled in other communities. Participants will gain access to a network of academic experts and tools, providing opportunities for ongoing collaboration ensuring lasting impact in newsrooms.