Interethnic Journalism School Established in Syktyvkar
The School of Interethnic Journalism (SEMJ) has commenced its 12th season in Syktyvkar, marking a significant milestone for the all-Russian mentoring project. Initiated 13 years ago, the project initially involved just five regions, including the Republic of Komi.
Inessa Orel, a media expert, discussed the "ethno" theme during the opening ceremony, emphasizing its potential as a platform for growth, a means to benefit society, and an opportunity for financial development.
Elena Рыжоva, a senior lecturer at the Department of Journalism and a teacher at the Syktyvkar State University, addressed the participants, encouraging them to focus on self-exploration and to remember they are not alone, having a cultural foundation to support them.
The House of Nationalities of the Republic of Komi serves as the main "broadcaster" of the events for SEMJ. This year, the regional ethnforum "We are Russians" will be visited by the participants of the School of Interethnic Journalism.
Polina Romanova, the head of the regional School of Interethnic Journalism, welcomed the new participants. Last year, the gastronomic theme was launched in the School of Interethnic Journalism, allowing participants to immerse themselves in local cuisine.
Elina Shlopova, the Chair of the Komi Youth Union and a former SEMJ participant, shared her memories of the project, highlighting how it impacted her life. She addressed the young people, stating they were not there by chance and wishing them to see the project through to the end.
The project received approval and support from the President of Russia in 2017. The School of Interethnic Journalism was established in 2010 by the Guild of Interethnic Journalism and has been operating as an all-Russian mentoring project since 2015.
The School for Interethnic Journalism has both regular and new participants this season. Approximately 250 students have been trained in the school, with approximately 30 winners. The first project's participants were students from the Arts Gymnasium. In the first season, there were two winners who visited Yoshkar-Ola and the Sacred Grove.
The visit to the Ust-Kulomsky District is part of the upcoming events planned during the training period. The project usually has four winners, although officially there are only two. Elina Shlopova handed a gift from Mari El - a plate with a sun design - to Polina Romanova at the end of the official part.
The School of Interethnic Journalism provides a unique opportunity for young people to explore different cultures, learn about interethnic relations, and develop their journalistic skills. As the project continues, it is expected to foster a new generation of journalists who can contribute to a more harmonious and understanding society.
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