Language is what defines our humanity.
Journalism, in turn, empowers individuals to harness language, allowing us to engage as humans and connect beyond the most rudimentary dynamics of interpersonal groups.
This is particularly pertinent in democratic contexts, which rely on continuous social communication and the thoughtful facilitation of societal processes and interests.
In this regard, media and information literacy create a platform for democratic discourse while also addressing the rapidly evolving information landscape and the challenges that confront us as a global community.
The role of journalists is experiencing a profound transformation. Historically, the media and journalists maintained publishing sovereignty, guiding the public in shaping critical perspectives on the world around them. They were tasked with shaping public opinion, enabling audiences to develop views and attitudes based on information that accurately mirrored reality, thereby allowing recipients to make informed decisions.
However, this paradigm has shifted.
Journalism education must adapt to reflect these changes. It is increasingly essential to consider not only the factors that influence perception but also those related to content creation, both by journalists and the public.
These considerations are the driving force behind our invitation to experts in media and journalistic communication, linguistics, pedagogy, sociolinguistics, sociology, and other pertinent fields to participate in our international scientific conference: