Monrovia – In a landmark initiative to bolster governance and accountability inside journalism and media in Liberia, the Press Union of Liberia (PUL) has unveiled a complete coverage framework that establishes the Workplace of Nationwide Media Coordination.
This transformative workplace is designed to function a sturdy nationwide assist mechanism, that includes a centralized secretariat complemented by a community of regional county coordinators and county management from the PUL Sub-chapters.
This unprecedented linked system of media coordination marks a major milestone within the Union’s historical past, aiming to institutionalize shared management and collective duty for operations, prices, and advantages.
By enhancing the PUL’s presence and effectiveness throughout all fifteen counties in Liberia, the initiative aspires to create a extra impactful media panorama. Developed by a devoted technical working group and endorsed by media leaders nationwide, this coverage framework outlines the rationale, authorized foundations, roles, obligations, in addition to the accountability measures, gender necessities, and phrases of workplace for members of the Workplace of Nationwide Media Coordination.
It additionally delineates the {qualifications} for county-based management throughout the PUL Sub-chapters to make sure inclusive, competent, and accountable governance of journalism and media on the county degree.
In alignment with the PUL’s nationwide capabilities, every PUL Sub-chapter will act as the first consultant workplace inside its respective county, serving as an umbrella group for all journalists, media practitioners, establishments, and media-related associations.
The Sub-chapters will work alongside the central secretariat and regional coordinators to facilitate the efficient, lively, and seamless operation of the PUL on the county degree.
In his announcement of the Workplace of Nationwide Media Coordination, PUL President Julius Kanubah emphasised the need of creating sturdy inner constructions to deal with persistent institutional weaknesses and to answer the suggestions from PUL members throughout Liberia.
“Traditionally, the PUL has confronted criticism, justifiably or not, for being overly centered on Monrovia, missing participatory and accountable management, and failing to exhibit substantial impacts within the counties.
We consider this institutional innovation will considerably strengthen the PUL’s presence in every county, advancing journalism and media observe for a greater Liberia, and guaranteeing the safety and welfare of all PUL members,” mentioned Mr. Kanubah.
With the introduction of this coverage framework, the PUL management will promptly provoke the appointment of officers to the Workplace of Nationwide Media Coordination, encompassing positions throughout the central secretariat, regional coordinators, and the management of the PUL Sub-chapters in every county.
