MSA Mass Communication Explores Ethics Inside the Newsroom

The Faculty of Mass Communication at MSA University welcomed Ms. Hind Karam, Editor-in-Chief of the Bahrain News Agency (BNA), for a special guest session entitled “Ethics Inside the Newsroom,” providing students with valuable insights into the ethical principles and professional responsibilities that guide journalists and media practitioners.

The session was attended by second-year students enrolled in the Media Ethics and Laws course, offering them an opportunity to connect their academic studies with professional experiences from the newsroom.

During the session, Ms. Karam discussed the importance of upholding journalistic integrity, accuracy, credibility, and fairness throughout the processes of news editing and reporting. She also highlighted the ethical challenges facing modern newsrooms, particularly in an evolving media landscape shaped by digital transformation and the rapid circulation of information.

The discussion emphasized the growing responsibility of media professionals to carefully verify information before publication and to maintain professional and ethical standards while navigating the demands of today’s fast-paced media environment.

The session was organized and facilitated by Dr. Ghada Abaido and Ms. Monda Magdy, providing students with a valuable opportunity to engage with a distinguished media professional and gain practical perspectives on media ethics and newsroom practices.