Desafios do jornalismo e dos jornalistas no enfrentamento da crise climática: o combate aos problemas socioambientais do RS no JN

Based on an analysis of Jornal Nacional's journalistic coverage of the tragedy caused by heavy rain in Rio Grande do Sul, using the theoretical and methodological foundations of News Literacy, and interviews with 15 journalists from traditional media and digital native media outlets, this article reflects on the role of journalism in the face of the climate crisis. It identifies that professionals are aware of their responsibilities and potential to combat socio-environmental problems and disinformation. It reveals the importance of journalistic practices in pointing out solutions for building a more inclusive and sustainable society and for ending the various forms of discrimination that make people and communities vulnerable and predatory actions against other species and the environment.