The article highlights the difficulties faced by journalism students as they enter a profession marred by trust issues, stagnant wages, and significant layoffs. Despite the challenges, such as increasing online abuse and lack of diversity, journalists are turning to labor organizing to improve conditions. Notably, 170 media entities have unionized since 2015, leading to better contracts and policies promoting equity. The authors advocate for the inclusion of labor studies in journalism education to better prepare future journalists for an uncertain industry landscape.
It is a challenging time to be a journalism student as they face issues like public trust, fair pay, job security, and online harassment.
In the U.S. in 2023, there were 21,400 news and media layoffs, marking one of the worst years for job cuts since 2008.
Journalists have begun to embrace labor organizing, with 170 news entities unionizing since 2015 to address low wages and improve working conditions.
There is a gap in journalism education regarding labor issues, which journalism educators should integrate into coursework to prepare students better.
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