Cathrine Gyldensted, journalist, author and Associate Professor at DIS, Copenhagen, Denmark, will give a talk on ‘Changing the News: Innovating Journalism through Positive Psychology’ on Wednesday 10 December at 1pm.

Every day, we’re exposed to news stories about the faults and failures of society and humanity. What would happen if we applied principles from positive psychology and social psychology to how we communicate news? While critical reporting has toppled presidents and kept power in check, research suggests that news reporting with a ‘negativity bias’ might also induce helplessness and apathy in us rather than foster engaged, informed, global citizens.

Cathrine Glydensted’s talk argues that journalism with constructive angles, interviewing and constructive debate formats has the power to be both critical and foster positive change for people and societies.

This Centre for Journalism talk, linked to the 50th anniversary Happiness Project, will take place in G1-04, Gillingham Building, on Medway campus. All are welcome.