This is a brief excerpt from PetaPixel
When photojournalists capture images of human suffering around the world, they’re often accused of being coldhearted and of exploiting those in need. The media organizations and charities that send them out draw similar criticism, but they argue that these negative stories help bring attention to issues that would otherwise be ignored and that they help encourage charitable giving.
Due to the sensitive nature of these types of stories, organizations generally tread very carefully when putting out requests for photos and footage. However, that’s not always the case.
morealtitude, an Australian photographer who blogs about travel and aid work, writes that he recently came across a request from an NGO’s fundraising office that “floored him.” Here’s an except of what the instructions for the media crew said:Detailed Story Request:
Children under 12 are suggested for the story case main character. If the child is too old, we lose the effectiveness.
Case Examples:
1. Disease/Injury
- AIDS infected, parasite, virus infection and so on. Because of these infections, the child is severely suffering. Please look for disease case that can be seen visually such as Elephantiasis, sand flea, one’s arm or leg amputated to protect from further …
By: Michael Zhang
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