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How Media Shapes Public Perceptions of Safety
People often decide how safe they feel based on what they see, hear, and read every day. For many people, the media plays a major role in shaping that perception. Television news, social media posts, crime alerts, viral videos, podcasts, and endless scrolling can create the feeling that danger is everywhere. A single violent incident can dominate headlines for days. A video clip from another city can spread across the internet in hours. Repeated exposure to stories about crim

Summer Willan
Apr 26 min read


Policing and Human Rights: Why These Conversations Matter
Discussions about policing and human rights have become increasingly visible in recent years. These conversations are often complex and sometimes uncomfortable, yet they remain essential for building stronger and more accountable institutions. At their core, both policing and human rights share a common goal: protecting people and ensuring that communities can live safely and with dignity. Policing plays a vital role in maintaining order and responding to public safety concer

Summer
Mar 94 min read
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