Quote by Afua Hirsch: “Journalism is about speaking truth to power, even when it’s uncomfortable.”

This quote defines the essential, often challenging, role of journalism as a pillar of democracy. It emphasizes the moral imperative to expose inconvenient truths and hold influential figures and institutions accountable, regardless of personal discomfort.

Reflecting on her career as a journalist and barrister, she outlined the ethical foundations of investigative reporting and its importance for societal checks and balances, highlighting its difficult but crucial nature.

British-Ghanaian journalist, author, and broadcaster whose 2018 book Brit(ish) examined what it means to be Black and British in contemporary Britain. She has written and presented widely on race, identity, and British history for the Guardian, Sky News, and television documentaries.