Immersion journalism

Immersion journalism is a reporting method where journalists fully engage with the community or environment they are covering. Rather than just observing or interviewing from the outside, they live or spend extended time within the setting to gain a deep, firsthand understanding of the people, culture, and issues involved. This approach allows journalists to produce more nuanced, authentic stories by experiencing the situation directly, often revealing perspectives that might be missed through traditional reporting methods. It emphasizes empathy, detailed observation, and a commitment to accurately portraying the subject’s reality.