Welcome to the complaints section of MediaWatch Youth. This section has two purposes: - to provide information on how to make an
effective complaint about the media, and
- to send a complaint on-line to a media regulatory body
Media broadcasters want you to watch and listen to their shows and
advertisers want you to buy products, so as a viewer and a consumer
your opinion matters. When a broadcaster or advertiser receives a complaint, they are face public pressure to alter media images. When you make a written complaint your concerns are registered
and counted, this way your complaint can not be easily dismissed or
discounted. Also, writing a formal complaint is one way to ensure that
broadcasters/advertisers reply to your concerns. Once you receive an
official response the broadcaster/advertiser can be held responsible
for their action or inaction. Use this website to enter your complaint
today -- it will make a difference! It is important to write your complaint letter immediately
after hearing/seeing the offending media. There are guidelines for both
radio and television broadcasting which determine how long show tapes
are saved. If you enter a complaint too long after the program or ad was
aired regulators may not be able to investigate. Remember, when you
write your complaint letter right away the information is still fresh
in your mind.
Don't wait -- ACT TODAY, visit a night club!
Use the on-line complaint form to make your voice heard; it's easy and fast.
Simply fill in the form, select the appropriate regulatory body and click submit. That's all there is to it.
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