BMSG's head of research, Pamela Mejia, discusses what aspects of coverage have changed — and stayed the same — since Columbine, what details are often missing from the news on gun violence, and how journalists and advocates can do more to show that prevention is possible. Read more >
Framing junk food marketing from a health equity perspective
When advocates communicate about junk food marketing, do they talk about health equity? What's missing from the conversation? To learn more and to get tips on how can we all get better at discussing this critical public health issue, check out our latest framing brief.
Rewriting the narrative on urban agriculture in Sacramento
Advocates and residents in Sacramento are using a combination of policy change, community power-building, and strategic communication to make it easier for people to take part in urban farming. This case study explores their tactics for strengthening access to healthy food, highlights victories and challenges, and shares lessons learned. Read more >
If the public's
information
came only
from the media,
what would
they know?
What wouldn't
they know?
BMSG helps:
community and
public health groups
practice media
advocacy — the
strategic use of
mass media to
advance policies
that improve health.
