Sichuan Earthquake: Reflections of Hong Kong Journalists

The Journalism Education Foundation (JEF), in collaboration with the School of Journalism and Communication, has recently published a book entitled “四川地震—香港記者反思錄” (Sichuan Earthquake: Reflections of Hong Kong Journalists). In this book, Hong Kong journalists shared their unforgettable experience and mixed feelings they had while they were working on their assignments in the Sichuan Earthquake in May 2008. The book also includes articles on insightful reviews, discussions and scholarly analyses of local journalistic practices. As a result, this book not only serves as a valuable record of a

historic moment but also provides an opportunity for local journalists to reflect on their daily practice. Suggestions on improvements in news media operation are also included in the book.

The book is priced at HK$80. Tertiary students can purchase it from the School of Journalism and Communication, CUHK, the secretariat of JEF at a discounted price of $50 until stock lasts.

Many representatives from mass media attended the 
book launch party organized by the JEF on 14 November 
2008.

Mr. Tang Chun Fai, Senior Reporter of Asia Television,
said that the Sichuan Earthquake taught him to treasure 
his life more.

Mr. Eric Chan, Chairman of JEF and Prof. Clement So, 
School Director recommended the book “Sichuan 
Earthquake” to the public from which they could have 
a deeper understanding of journalists’ reflections and 
local journalistic practices.

 A group photo of editors and writers.