Global Certificate Course in Mobile Journalism for Disaster Relief
Published on June 20, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to be talking with an expert in mobile journalism, particularly as it relates to disaster relief. Can you tell us a bit about your background and how you got involved in this field? GUEST: Absolutely, I've been a journalist for over 15 years and during that time, I've covered numerous crises around the world. I noticed the power of mobile journalism early on and started teaching it to my colleagues and others in the humanitarian sector. HOST: Fascinating! Now, could you briefly explain what the 'Global Certificate Course in Mobile Journalism for Disaster Relief' is all about? What can participants expect to learn? GUEST: Sure, this course empowers individuals to use their smartphones as professional reporting tools during crises. It covers everything from capturing high-quality footage to editing and sharing news stories quickly and effectively. HOST: That sounds incredibly useful. Given your experience, what would you say are some current trends in mobile journalism for disaster relief? GUEST: One trend is the increasing use of live streaming for real-time reporting. Also, AI-powered editing apps are becoming more popular, enabling journalists to produce polished reports right from their phones. HOST: Interesting, those sound like game-changers. But there must be challenges too. What do you find most difficult about teaching or practicing mobile journalism in disaster zones? GUEST: Two major challenges are unreliable internet connectivity and power supplies. We've had to come up with creative solutions, like using solar chargers and low-bandwidth sharing platforms. HOST: Wow, those are significant hurdles. Looking forward, where do you see the future of mobile journalism in disaster relief going? Any predictions or hopes? GUEST: I believe we'll see even more innovative technologies that address connectivity and power issues. My hope is that this will make mobile journalism more accessible and impactful in crisis situations. HOST: It's clear that this course is not only timely but also vital for those working in journalism and humanitarian fields. Thank you so much for joining us today and sharing your insights! GUEST: My pleasure, thanks for having me.
