Get to the Masses!

Life after a thesis or project reveals itself important as any researcher’s aim is to influence or make a difference in the body of knowledge. By the time one chooses a research topic, one his interested in picking something deeply relevant. In fact, it is first of all an attempt to answer a question, clarify a problem or contribute to an ongoing debate. Thus, if any topic follows these guidelines, there will be a considerable chance that the researcher will influence audiences.
In my case, it would be important to note that the main objective of my research is to reevaluate the role of media in consolidating democracy after many African countries have experienced noticeable changes in the way politics is conducted. Democracy has almost become the main rule of the land in the whole continent. Yet, it has become crucial to probe how the media, once owned by politicians in the past, has become a vector of democracy, providing the masses with the tools they need for a more inclusive society.
Everyone knows that the press must be a means to stimulate the marketplace of ideas by allowing the population to be aware of what the elite carries out for the advancement of the masses. So this research will definitely stand as one of the barometers for the implementation of democratic rule in the continent. Are journalists playing an important role in helping the masses participate in the affairs of the city by standing as a voice for those who cannot be heard? Are the media making the elite abide by the basic rules that define democracy?
My research seeks not only to influence journalists but it also attempts to create a tool for both government s and international organization concerned with the advancement of masses through a democratic society. The press in Africa has actually reached a point to which it needs to be reevaluated. In fact, it is only after the 1990s that a free press started to emerge in the continent. Yet, substantial efforts need to be done to eradicate instability through democracy. How is the press doing after its liberalization?
I’m actually looking forward to presenting this work to conferences around the world including in Africa of course. This will be an opportunity to make the work reach people and influence audiences.
This thesis/project class has actually been a great opportunity for me to set the basis for a consistent research that would allow me to make the work influent. It actually was a great opportunity for me to know more about the way to contribute to the body of knowledge.