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Radio New Zealand faced criticism for unbalanced coverage of transgender teen Alex’s death, with the Media Council urging better representation and ethical reporting.
The Media Council has ruled that Radio New Zealand’s coverage of transgender teenager Alex’s death in emergency accommodation was unbalanced and failed to adequately represent alternative perspectives, particularly after Alex’s own words surfaced.
The Council found gender was a central element of the story, despite RNZ’s claim it was not about gender identity, and emphasized the need for media caution when sourcing from groups with potential anti-trans agendas.
The decision highlights the importance of ethical, transparent reporting on vulnerable communities and is welcomed by advocacy group Rights Aotearoa, which called for stronger editorial standards.
Alex’s death remains under coronial investigation.
Radio Nueva Zelanda se enfrentó a críticas por la cobertura desequilibrada de la muerte del adolescente transgénero Alex, con el Consejo de Medios instando a una mejor representación y reportaje ético.