N.Z. Violence Prompts Media Peace Prize (Press, 26 May 1984)

In response to rising concerns over conflict and violence in New Zealand society, the Presbyterian Support Services has announced the creation of the Support Media Peace Prize for 1984. This voluntary welfare organisation, which operates as a comprehensive health and welfare agency, aims to promote non-violent methods of conflict resolution across different societal levels. National chairman Mr Ron Cormack highlighted that the prize will recognise contributions in three categories: film-television, newspaper, and radio. Each category will feature its own panel of judges, allowing for submissions from anyone interested in participating. A cash prize of $1,009 will be awarded in each category to the journalist or production team that effectively raises public awareness about the factors contributing to a peaceful societal climate. The judging panels are comprised of notable figures. The film-television judges include television producer Shirley Horrocks, film cameraman Leon Narby, and actor Rawiri Paratene. The radio section will be judged by script editor Chris Hampson, author and radio journalist Fiona Kidman, radio producer Gillian Woodward, and broadcaster and university lecturer Felix Donnelly. Lastly, the newspaper section features judges such as former “Auckland Star” editor Ian Harris, journalist Christine Cole-Catley, journalist Marcia Russell, and playwright Roger Hall. The initiative reflects a significant effort to encourage dialogue and creativity in promoting peace, engaging various media to explore and disseminate understanding of peaceful coexistence.

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