A group of local journalists spent their weekend diving deep into the world of social media, learning how to make better use of platforms like TikTok and YouTube to boost their storytelling and audience engagement.
The two-day workshop, “Best Use of Social Media for Journalists,” was held on 31 May and 1 June 2025, and made possible through a partnership between the Media Association of Solomon Islands (MASI), BBC Media Action, and the British High Commission in Honiara.
British High Commissioner to Solomon Islands and Nauru, His Excellency Paul Turner, officially opened the training.
In his remarks, he encouraged participants to be bold and curious in their reporting.
“I welcome journalists’ questions and will always be available to face the press,” he said, urging reporters to keep holding authorities, businesses, and development partners accountable.
Over the two days, 12 journalists from different media outlets took part in hands-on sessions with expert facilitators and guest speakers.
The topics covered include crafting compelling content for TikTok and YouTube, planning social media strategies and building stronger connections with audiences online.
MASI President Ofani Eremae expressed his gratitude to the UK Government and BBC Media Action for their ongoing support.
“This partnership is a big win for the Solomon Islands media community. It helps strengthen not just our skills, but also media freedom and digital innovation in the Pacific,” he added.
