Participatory journalism

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Participatory journalism is a big and growing phenonmenon. It's been seen as an example of user created content associated with the development of what's been called Web 2.0.

Fast and flexible
Current events can be better covered, with more immediacy, when there are more people reporting them.

Topic or place specific
Participatory journalism can tackle subjects mainstream media might leave alone. Examples include environmental disasters and popular demonstrations.

Commentary about local events can be seen through the eyes of people who are most affected by them - people who live in, work in or visit a locality.

Related Wikipedia content

 * Web 2.0
 * Citizen journalism
 * Independent Media Center