Positive Media Day, observed annually on June 22, is a special observance designed to promote positive, uplifting, and inspirational news in the media. Did you know that most Americans obtain their news via television and the Internet? Recent research indicates that 41% of Americans prefer watching local news on television, while 37% prefer reading it online. 13% of Americans favour a printed newspaper, while 8% prefer radio. So, what is Positive Media Day and why should we avoid negative media? Here is everything you need to know about Positive Media Day’s history and significance.
The background of Positive Media Day
A few decades ago, the media had the ability to educate people on both the good and the bad; don’t get us wrong, the media still has the ability to do so, but the media of today is regrettably filled with negativity and bad news. This has been shown to negatively influence us as well. Today’s media is heavily biassed towards negative events and depressing news, and it’s time to reverse the tide. Positive Media Day has been created to alter the norm of daily media consumption.
Every day, there is too much hatred, negativity, dread, violence, and attacking, and if this continues, people will believe that this is how the world will always be. Positive Media Day seeks to inspire and uplift you and your news channels by altering the mainstream media. It is predicated on the notion that if we can inject positivity into conventional media, we can alter the status quo and initiate a shift in the global mood.
People will be much happier, gentler, and more compassionate, and they will be more optimistic about the future if the media is more optimistic. Moreover, there is a great deal of astounding news in the world, which we wish to discover and share with others. Therefore, on Positive Media Day, let’s take a position together to raise awareness about the need for all news and media outlets to serve as a beacon of inspiration, positivity, and joy for the remainder of the year.
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POSITIVE MEDIA DAY ACTIVITIES
Take a pause
This Positive Media Day allows us to take a break from the dread, hatred, negativity, and sadness that is constantly displayed on our televisions, mobile devices, and computers. Take a day off from the media.
Spread Knowledge
Spreading awareness about the positive and negative effects of mainstream media and social media is one of the best methods to observe Positive Media Day. Spread the message in your neighbourhood!
Tell your story
If you have worked in the media industry or have experience in the media sector, please share some of your interesting media industry stories. Share your thoughts on social media.
5 CRAZY FACTS ABOUT THE MEDIA
Facebook is the most popular social networking platform.
Nearly half of daily newspaper consumers report receiving their news online.
As of August 2020, Yahoo had 175 million unique monthly visitors.
Over 4 billion individuals, or more than half of the world’s population, use social media.
The average person has 8.3 (or eight) social media accounts.
POSITIVE MEDIA DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | June 22 | Thursday |
| 2024 | June 22 | Saturday |
| 2025 | June 22 | Sunday |
| 2026 | June 22 | Monday |
| 2027 | June 22 | Tuesday |
