The Uganda Police Force, through its Directorate of Forensic Services, has trained journalists on responsible crime and justice reporting, with support from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
The training, held on Wednesday, brought together media practitioners to strengthen their understanding of the legal, ethical and professional standards that guide reporting on crime, criminal investigations and the administration of justice.
Facilitated in collaboration with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and the Judiciary, the session highlighted the importance of accurate and responsible reporting while safeguarding the integrity of investigations and judicial processes.
ODPP Public Relations Officer Jacqueline Okui guided journalists through the legal, ethical and professional considerations involved in crime and justice reporting.
Justice Lawrence Tweyanze provided a judicial perspective, highlighting the media’s role in reporting on matters before the courts while observing principles that support the proper administration of justice.
Officers from the Police Directorate of Forensic Services also engaged participants in practical case scenarios, focusing on responsible reporting from crime scenes and the handling of sensitive information.
The training was closed on behalf of the Inspector General of Police by Deputy Director of Human Resource Development, Senior Commissioner of Police Ann Tusiime.
The engagement is expected to strengthen cooperation between journalists and institutions within the criminal justice system while promoting accurate, ethical and professional reporting on crime and justice matters.
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