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Science reporting conference for news professionals
The discipline of science reporting remains one of the greatest challenges facing newsrooms. Global warming, technological advancements, the science of HIV/AIDS and the myriad of scientific issues facing communities make this an essential beat to understand and master.
The twenty confirmed speakers include:
Chris Smith, (The Naked Scientist), a popular BBC personality
Nigerian Diran Onifade, deputy president of World Federation of Science Journalists
Prof Lee Berger, head of paleoanthropology, University of the Witwatersrand
Prof Bruce Hewitson, climatologist, University of Cape Town
Dr Francois Venter, clinical director, Esselen Street Clinic & Reproductive Health & HIV Research Unit
Christina Scott, head of SAFSJ and South African science journalist
Target audience
Senior reporters in South Africa and on the continent
Science writers/reporters
Television/radio presenters
Producers
Sub-editors
HIV/Aids journalists
Editors
Journalism students (post-graduate)
The conference will include plenary sessions and small group workshops.
Details
Date: 19 – 20 November
Venue: Hacklebrook Estate, Craighall Park, Johannesburg
Cost: R1824 (incl VAT)