Haiti's Misery
January 13, 2010 by Joan Connell
In the wake of a devastating earthquake in Haiti, tools for in-country reporters and local journalists to cover the story.
Resources for Tip Sheets, Disaster
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Five Steps to Covering a Disaster Effectively
March 1, 2009 by Joe Hight
Hight, managing editor of The Oklahoman, runs down how a newsroom can prepare to cover unexpected disasters.
Hometown Catastrophe
August 5, 2007 by Bruce Shapiro
Dart Center Executive Director Bruce Shapiro offers advice to journalists.
Self-Care Amid Disaster
August 31, 2005 by Joe Hight
Coverage of any disaster, whether it is man-made or natural, can be a difficult venture for a newsroom. While it has been particularly devastating, Hurricane Katrina is similar to other disasters in that it caused death and destruction—and grief for many people.
Suicide Coverage Can Amplify Problem
August 21, 2001 by Sherry Ricchiardi
A national panel of experts in suicide, behavioral science and the media cautions and advises journalists on how to report this sensitive subject.