Research Cluster Overview

Research Cluster: Global Connect and Intercultural Dialogue
Topic: Media Content Analysis and Ethical Practices
Theme: Aligned with SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions — increasing media openness and accountability through accurate content analysis and ethical practices.

The research focuses on the ethical responsibilities of media, especially in conflict reporting and public perception shaping. It highlights how framing, peace journalism, and ethical standards contribute to transparency and societal trust. The cluster aims to enhance media responsibility through qualitative and quantitative analysis of how media systems influence peace and justice in contemporary society.

Expected Outcomes

• Establish frameworks to enhance transparency and accountability in media institutions
• Promote principles of balanced and ethical conflict reporting via peace journalism
• Influence policy reforms in ethical media practices and disinformation control
• Advance research promoting peace-focused journalism in conflict zones

Current Projects

• Media Framing of Newspapers

Faculty Details & CVs

Lead Faculty: Dr. Nimmy Maria Joseph
Designation: Assistant Professor and Head
Department: Journalism and Mass Communication
Location: Kochi
Contact: 9943986700
Email: mj.nimmy@jainuniversity.ac.in

Faculty Members:
Dr. Nimmy Maria Joseph — CV
Mr. Muhammed Hafiludheen

Collaborating Opportunities

Internal: Department of Psychology
External: Nil
Other Collaborations: Nil