Article 19
Auckland University of Technology
Center for Defending the Freedom of Journalists
COMIX35 / ROX35 Media, Inc.
Communication for Development and Learning
David C. Cook
To contact Article 19 directly:
London Headquarters
Lancaster House
33 Islington High Street
London N1 9LH, UK
Tel: (+44) 20/7278-9292; Fax: (+44) 20/7713-1356
E-mail:info@article19.org
A freedom of information training manual for public officials is now available on the Web site of Article 19, a London-based organization that promotes and protects free expression. Article 19's Europe Program developed the manual to serve as a resource for freedom of information practitioners around the globe. Although the manual is aimed at public officials, it can also be used to introduce journalists to freedom of information concepts, principles and applications. It includes notes for trainers, a suggested agenda for a two-day training workshop and several practical case studies.
A draft version of the manual was used in workshops for public officials in Albania, Moldova, Bosnia, Bulgaria and Romania. The manual was then improved based on comments and experiences of the participants. The manual is available only in English, but Article 19 plans to translate it into Spanish, Portuguese and Russian.
The Freedom of Information Training Manual for Public Officials is available at: article19.org/advocacy/tools/index.html.
London Headquarters
Lancaster House
33 Islington High Street
London N1 9LH, UK
Tel: (+44) 20/7278-9292; Fax: (+44) 20/7713-1356
E-mail:info@article19.org
A freedom of information training manual for public officials is now available on the Web site of Article 19, a London-based organization that promotes and protects free expression. Article 19's Europe Program developed the manual to serve as a resource for freedom of information practitioners around the globe. Although the manual is aimed at public officials, it can also be used to introduce journalists to freedom of information concepts, principles and applications. It includes notes for trainers, a suggested agenda for a two-day training workshop and several practical case studies.
A draft version of the manual was used in workshops for public officials in Albania, Moldova, Bosnia, Bulgaria and Romania. The manual was then improved based on comments and experiences of the participants. The manual is available only in English, but Article 19 plans to translate it into Spanish, Portuguese and Russian.
The Freedom of Information Training Manual for Public Officials is available at: article19.org/advocacy/tools/index.html.
Avoiding plagiarism - guide available for writers and editors
Many writers accused of plagiarism claim that they inadvertently include others' work, explains a recent article in the magazine the Columbia Journalism Review. In response, Craig Silverman, the editor of RegretTheError.com, suggests methods that writers and editors can use to avoid plagiarism in their work.
For writers, tips include keeping research separate from writings-in-progress, placing quotation marks around quotes as soon as they are added to stories and using Google to confirm the originality of thoughts and phrases.
Silverman recommends that editors remain aware of writers' tendencies and abilities; if these change drastically, editors should check those pieces for originality. Also, editors should watch for questionable sources and stories based on only one source.
To read the entire piece visit this link: http://www.cjr.org/regret_the_error/the_counterplagiarism_handbook.phpTo order this special edition, contact ACIJ by e-mailing acij@uts.edu.au.
The Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in New Zealand has released a special edition of its Pacific Journalism Review (PJR), dedicated to the rights associated with the “public’s right to know.” The 239-page special edition includes reports on censorship, war reporting language, free speech and media regulation. AUT published the issue in partnership with the Australian Centre of Independent Journalism (ACIJ)—the organizer of the annual “Public Right to Know (PR2K)” conferences in Sydney.
The PR2K project aims to explore issues about “rights associated with the Public Right to Know, including freedoms of the press, expression and assembly, and rights to privacy and information.”
For more information about AUT: aut.ac.nz/
For more information about PJR: pjreview.info
The Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in New Zealand has released a special edition of its Pacific Journalism Review (PJR), dedicated to the rights associated with the “public’s right to know.” The 239-page special edition includes reports on censorship, war reporting language, free speech and media regulation. AUT published the issue in partnership with the Australian Centre of Independent Journalism (ACIJ)—the organizer of the annual “Public Right to Know (PR2K)” conferences in Sydney.
The PR2K project aims to explore issues about “rights associated with the Public Right to Know, including freedoms of the press, expression and assembly, and rights to privacy and information.”
For more information about AUT: aut.ac.nz/
For more information about PJR: pjreview.info
Christian magazine or book publishers are eligible to receive a free copy of COMIX35's 2005 International Christian Comics Competition book. This book has been created as a "portfolio" of short comics for publishers worldwide and to showcase the contributing Christian comics artists as a resource. It is 148 pages and features over 40 short comics stories (one - four pages) from 20 countries, with two 16-page color sections. Please mail your business card, a piece of promotional literature describing your publishing ministry, and a short letter requesting your free copy to qualify. Others may order the books for US$ 25.00 each in the US, shipping and handling included, or US$ 30.00 when ordering from outside the US. Payment can be made by check or money order in US dollars. Please mark the outside of your envelope Attn: 2005 Christian Comics Competition" and send to:
COMIX35
P.O. Box 26747
Albuquerque, NM 87125-6747 USA
(Currently we can only process free book requests and orders by postal mail.) Funds raised through books sales will be used for future ministry Competitions. To learn more about the work of COMIX35, visit their web site at: comix35.org
COMIX35
P.O. Box 26747
Albuquerque, NM 87125-6747 USA
(Currently we can only process free book requests and orders by postal mail.) Funds raised through books sales will be used for future ministry Competitions. To learn more about the work of COMIX35, visit their web site at: comix35.org
To order these publications, contact CDL directly.
Communication for Development and Learning
11/A 7th Cross, 17th Main
Koramangala 6th Block
Bangelore 560095, INDIA
Tel: (+91) 80/550-3481 Fax: (+91) 80/552-4192
E-mail:cdlblr@bgl.vsnlnet.in
Web site: http://cdlblr.org/node/2
HANDBOOK
Devtoons—Cartoons for Development
This is a user handbook that explores the potential of cartoons as a tool for development communication. The handbook discusses defining new space, and addressing different audience groups. The effort is an attempt to penetrate the mindset—using a shift from the rhetorical writing of development to a creative and participative approach—spiced with a little humor. Copies of the handbook are available at a cost of INR 70 plus INR 30 for postage. For overseas orders, the cost is US$ 5, which includes postage.
Communication for Development and Learning
11/A 7th Cross, 17th Main
Koramangala 6th Block
Bangelore 560095, INDIA
Tel: (+91) 80/550-3481 Fax: (+91) 80/552-4192
E-mail:cdlblr@bgl.vsnlnet.in
Web site: http://cdlblr.org/node/2
HANDBOOK
Devtoons—Cartoons for Development
This is a user handbook that explores the potential of cartoons as a tool for development communication. The handbook discusses defining new space, and addressing different audience groups. The effort is an attempt to penetrate the mindset—using a shift from the rhetorical writing of development to a creative and participative approach—spiced with a little humor. Copies of the handbook are available at a cost of INR 70 plus INR 30 for postage. For overseas orders, the cost is US$ 5, which includes postage.
To order these publications, contact Cook directly.
David C. Cook
4050 Lee Vance View
Colorado Springs, CO 80918 USA
Email: global@davidccook.com
BOOKS
Managing Finances in Publishing by Peter Cunliffe. This book provides basic principles of financial administration for publishers in practical everyday language. It covers acquisition costs, book budgets and pricing, cash flow, income statements, marketing, inventory management, compensation, inflation, recession and currency devaluation, fiscal accountability, debt management, and much more. Paperback, 180 pages, $24.99.
Also available in Spanish, Russian and Chinese. Paperback, 180 pages, $24.99.
Idea to Product: A Complete Guide to the Editorial Process. An editor's work is more than grammar and spelling corrections. Written for publishing professionals, Idea to Product explains how to conduct market research, the role of editing, how to nurture writers, the production process, how to work with magazines, book series and translations, and much more. Idea to Product includes exercises and practical tips.
English language: Paperback, 240 pages, $24.99.
Spanish language: Paperback, 240 pages, $24.99.
Chinese language: Paperback, 240 pages, $24.99.
The Word at Work: From A to Z by Marion Van Horne. A manual for writers and editors. The best of Dr. Van Horne's advice on writing and editing collected from her bulletin, The Word at Work. Paperback, 176 pages, US$9.00.
A Writer's Toolbox: An introduction to writing. Covers such topics as why write, how to get started, articles, editorials, how to publish your work, how to approach editors and much more. Only available in English; US $24.99
David C. Cook
4050 Lee Vance View
Colorado Springs, CO 80918 USA
Email: global@davidccook.com
BOOKS
Managing Finances in Publishing by Peter Cunliffe. This book provides basic principles of financial administration for publishers in practical everyday language. It covers acquisition costs, book budgets and pricing, cash flow, income statements, marketing, inventory management, compensation, inflation, recession and currency devaluation, fiscal accountability, debt management, and much more. Paperback, 180 pages, $24.99.
Also available in Spanish, Russian and Chinese. Paperback, 180 pages, $24.99.
Idea to Product: A Complete Guide to the Editorial Process. An editor's work is more than grammar and spelling corrections. Written for publishing professionals, Idea to Product explains how to conduct market research, the role of editing, how to nurture writers, the production process, how to work with magazines, book series and translations, and much more. Idea to Product includes exercises and practical tips.
English language: Paperback, 240 pages, $24.99.
Spanish language: Paperback, 240 pages, $24.99.
Chinese language: Paperback, 240 pages, $24.99.
The Word at Work: From A to Z by Marion Van Horne. A manual for writers and editors. The best of Dr. Van Horne's advice on writing and editing collected from her bulletin, The Word at Work. Paperback, 176 pages, US$9.00.
A Writer's Toolbox: An introduction to writing. Covers such topics as why write, how to get started, articles, editorials, how to publish your work, how to approach editors and much more. Only available in English; US $24.99