10:30 -12:00 — Atelier — 15 pax
Setting up New Media with Regards to Mental Health [workshop]
This workshop will explore the intersection of media and mental well-being, allowing to gain insights on responsible media creation, and to learn how to foster a supportive working community. It aims at elevating your impact and contributing to a media landscape that promotes positive mental health for all. It will be about discovering the tools and strategies to amplify mental health awareness through cutting-edge media channels. Having navigated her personal journey with bipolar disorder and stressors in the newsroom industry, Belle de Jong specialises in mental health and journalism. With a background in mental health reporting and well-being in cross-border journalism, Belle’s workshop aims to guide media professionals through the challenges within the industry. Join her for an empowering session focussed on fostering dialogue and envisioning solutions for a healthier and more compassionate media landscape.
— Belle de Jong (The European Correspondent I NL / MT)
Belle de Jong is a freelance journalist and leading editor at The European Correspondent. She covers mental health, social justice, and international affairs, crafting stories that bridge the gap between complex issues and their real-world significance. As a mental health advocate, she brings her unique perspective to the intersection of mental health and media.
