Journalist Olivia Shivas and Reverend Frank Ritchie Photo: Stephanie Soh Lavemaau
Having used a wheelchair all her life, Olivia Shivas’ coverage on people with disabilities suffering horrific abuse in care hit uncomfortably close to home.
But pushing through the personal mental toll of the hearings, the Stuff journalist’s courageous reporting would help expose injustice and give survivors a voice.
In this conversation with broadcaster and media chaplain Rev Frank Ritchie, Olivia discusses her experiences as a journalist with a disability, the fight to overcome stereotypes, and how good-quality media coverage can give dignity to others with disabilities.
re_covering is a Media Chaplaincy New Zealand podcast series produced for RNZ by Love It Media.
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