Communication Papers. Media Literacy and Gender Studies.

EDITORIAL número 25 Communication Papers

Carmen Echazarreta-Soler — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Este nuevo número de Communication Papers aparece como el número del “cambio”en varios sentidos. Cambio en su equipo editorial con la incorporación de personas por su talento en la gestión, la reconocida capacidad investigadora y, lo más importante, que son buena gente. En esta nueva era, continuamos manteniendo nuestro compromiso de estar abiertos a innovaciones y diversas perspectivas, confiamos en que ustedes, nuestros valiosos escritores y lectores, enriquecerán aún más nuestra revista con sus contribuciones a este proceso de cambio. Pero también el cambio porque es una realidad ineludible en la vida, y en este número exploramos, a fondo, sus efectos en la ciencia, la tecnología, la cultura, la sociedad, los medios y en nuestras vidas.

The reflection of the struggle against male violence on digital platform TV series: Hükümsüz and Mezarlık

Nur Tuğçe Biga — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

On digital platforms, patriarchal ideology-challenging works are more widely available. The television series Hükümsüz, which debuted on the Exxen platform in 2021, and Mezarlık, which debuted on Netflix in 2022, have established themselves as pioneering projects that raise awareness of the rise in femicides in Turkey in recent years. The Mezarlık dramas, which also reveal the role of the police and the state in the murder of women, and the Hükümsüz series, which emphasizes that femicides are caused by gender inequality and calls into question the patriarchal order, are both examined from a feminist standpoint in this study as works that challenge male dominance. The representations in the dramas are coded in terms of gender roles, perpetrator responsibility and the victimisation of women in the representation of male violence, the politics of femicide and the responsibility of the state, and practices of combating male violence. Using content analysis, one of the qualitative research techniques, it was possible to determine that the series were composed in a way that was intended to undermine the patriarchy, which is a continuation of the prevailing ideology.

Theoretical approaches to Media and Information Literacy in Foreign Aid Projects (Model for Central Asian countries)

Azamjon Oltmishevich Dadakhonov — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

This article is devoted to the analysis of different theoretical approaches to the field of MIL. It provides theoretical insights and definitions put forward by various experts in the field of ML and MIL. The author analyses the role of these approaches in develop the MIL level of the population, as well as the to increase the effectiveness of grants and projects of foreign donor organizations in Central Asian countries in the field of MIL. Using the main sources concepts, theories and approaches in different books about ML and MIL, manuals of international organizations, such as UNESCO, DW Akademie etc., the materials of the journal publications and archives, the author tries to give his own approaches to develop MIL in Central Asian countries. The article analyzes the sociological surveys that substantiate the results of the projects implemented in the field of MIL by various donor organizations in recent years. It was emphasized that in Central Asian countries, it is necessary to pay attention to regional, political and cultural peculiarities in increasing the level of MIL of the population.

Keywords: media literacy (ML), media and information literacy (MIL), theoretical approaches to ML and MIL, protectionism, critical thinking, empowerment approach, foreign aid international MIL projects, implementation, and efficiency.

Digital Platforms and Media Use: An Exploratory Research on Trust, Gender Stereotypes and Bias in Turkey

Ceren Saran — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Media use and news consumption occur throughout digital platforms as a rising trend worldwide. These digital infrastructures serve as channels through which users access content and as gatekeepers that curate the content figured by algorithmic selection. Thus, this research is designed to step inside the digital media use and aims to understand what kind of stereotypes and biases users face in digital platforms. To that end, a group of international university students from Turkey were interviewed about their experiences from several digital platforms. Accordingly, the participants were asked about the preferred source of the news, whether they trust the content they encounter on platforms, the stereotypes they face in their social media use, the most disturbing content in terms of bias and discrimination, if they feel free on their social media accounts, the awareness about the concepts “stereotypes”, “representation”, “algorithmic selection”, “algorithmic bias”. The research has shown that gender is the most common category of stereotype, followed by political, religious, nationality, and social class. In parallel with the concept of intersectionality, it has been observed that other forms of social discrimination are also encountered along with gender on digital platforms.

Romanian local journalism. An increase in sarcasm, allusive speaking and abusive quotes

Carmen Neamțu — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The Romanian written press is torn between the quality of the materials and the struggle for financial survival of Romanian journalists. The situation of the local press in my hometown Arad is representative for the state of the Romanian written and online press as a whole. The traditional model of production, diffusion and reception of printed journalism is currently undergoing a complex reconfiguration. The print media is losing ground to the online press. The online press is also becoming more attractive because of its gratuity. Paying readers of the internet connection can access numerous sites without bothering to buy a press product from the newsstand. Easier access to the online press product, as well as the possibility to intervene anonymously, commenting on various articles posted by journalists, all this led to a decrease in interest in the written press.

I will present an up-to-date situation of the local publications, written and online press from Arad, Romania, analyzing some trends that have occurred over time regarding quality of the local journalism. As a method, my study analyzes local Romanian publications in Arad, between 2019 and 2023, following the recurrent trends that appear in writing. I also used my 26 years experience in local mass-media as a guide to better understand the phenomenon.

We see an increase in sarcasm, allusive speaking, abusive quotes in traditional journalism. Subjectivity is manifested in the written press both at the level of words and their adjective determinations, as well as graphically, by the preference for exclamation marks, inverted comas and numerous suspension points. We can noticed an extension of the the colloquial tone in local newspaper due to journalist`s desire to be familiar with the reader. Slum expressions win in the press’s discourse, as the rudeness of the language attracts the audience.

Sexism and the Commodification of Women in Media: A Critical Analysis

Aybike Serttas, Övünç Ege, Betül Çanakpınar, Afife İclal Bedir — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to investigate the pervasive issue of sexism within media and its role in the commodification of women. Through a critical lens, we seek to unravel the underlying mechanisms that perpetuate harmful stereotypes and objectification of women in media products, ultimately shedding light on the implications for societal perceptions and gender equality.

Utilizing a comprehensive research approach, we systematically analyzed various media content, including advertisements, films, and television shows. Content analysis was employed to identify patterns, representations, and messaging surrounding women in media products.

The study reveals a disturbing prevalence of sexism and the commodification of women in various forms of media. We found that women are frequently objectified, reduced to superficial attributes, and often portrayed in subordinate roles. These depictions not only reinforce harmful stereotypes but also contribute to the perpetuation of gender inequality and discrimination. The study underscores the urgent need for media producers, consumers, and policymakers to recognize the detrimental impact of such portrayals and work collaboratively to promote more diverse, empowering, and equitable representations of women in media. Doing so can contribute to a more inclusive and just society.

The Representation of Minority Women in Turkish Streaming Media: The Case Study of Kulüp

Çağla Çavuşoğlu Üstün — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The discussion on representation, from individual perspective to societal one, has experienced a huge jump in media and cultural studies recently. Throughout this process, the meaning of "representation" has reconstructed, and it is considered not only as an individual issue but also with its relation to the society or a specific group. This study aims to illustrate representations of women who come from minority ethnic and religious communities in Turkey. In this study, the representations of Sephardic Jewish women and Rum women in Turkish media are analyzed through a TV series broadcasted on Netflix. The case study of Netflix’s Kulüp (The Club) is chosen for this study to be qualitatively examined by focusing on the conceptualization of representation of minority women. Theoretically, the episodes of the series are analyzed within the framework of feminist critical theory by the help of critical discourse analysis.

El La minga como práctica comunicativa que orienta la transformación social de los indígenas de Chimborazo, Ecuador

Julio Adolfo Bravo, Andrés, Antoni Vaca, Carlos Larrea — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Este artículo reflexiona la forma en la que la minga como práctica comunicativa permite la transformación de la realidad -en conjunto- de los habitantes de las parroquias Tixán y Totorillas, provincia de Chimborazo Ecuador. Es un estudio cualitativo que utiliza para la recogida de la información la etnografía y la observación. Entre los resultados obtenidos pudo concluirse que posibilita la acción comunitaria, la reflexión frente a una problemática, una eficiente toma de decisiones que permita intervenir colectivamente la realidad, y en especial, la interacción convertida en generadora de cambio social.

Exclusión de la Mujer en el Liderazgo y la Participación Empresarial

Diego Ignacio Montenegro — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Las personas constituyen el centro de gravedad de las organizaciones; no son únicamente los procesos o resultados económicos. La búsqueda de un propósito virtuoso, de carácter infinito es permanente, pero a la vez es complicado en una sociedad que se mueve a la “velocidad de la luz” por la convergencia de tecnologías. Entonces, la más importante “palanca” para que este sistema funcione es el liderazgo consciente; el que busca servir sin que, incluso, medie recompensa a cambio y con una visión de trabajo conjunto para conseguir las metas. Sin embargo, en la empresa existen “moldes inmutables” con poca posibilidad de cambio, que excluyen a las mujeres de integrar sus grandes cualidades para la búsqueda de la verdad y el mejoramiento de la calidad de vida de las personas, razón de ser de cualquier modelo institucional. A pesar de que el 43% de los colaboradores en las organizaciones afirman que las mujeres líderes hacen un mejor trabajo que los hombres (5%) o que son más compasivas y empáticas (71% contra 50%), un 60% de ejecutivos encuestados en Norteamérica afirma que las mujeres tienen que demostrar más trabajo para probar que están a la altura de los hombres en posiciones estelares o que el 54% sufren directa discriminación de género. En Latinoamérica, apenas un 16% de mujeres en promedio están en posiciones de liderazgo empresarial (13% - 15% en Ecuador) frente al 42% de Noruega. Por lo tanto, la condición actual es tener mujeres cansadas, tristes, sobrepasadas y hartas de los mandatos o exigencias sociales. Además, se sabe que la innovación y adopción de tecnologías son parte del ADN de la cultura de las organizaciones (otro de los componentes críticos), y el panorama no es diferente: el 17% de las colaboradoras trabajando en ciencias, tecnología, ingeniería y matemática en Europa son mujeres, y solamente el 5% ocupan un puesto de liderazgo en funciones relacionadas con la tecnología. Visibilizar esta realidad con datos es un primer paso para poder determinar los sesgos de género que ocurren en las diversas instituciones; y así, lograr conseguir una superior competitividad con una mejor estrategia; por ejemplo, en Latinoamérica se calcula que el Producto Interno Bruto (PIB) aumentaría en un 34% si se incorporara masivamente a las mujeres en el mundo laboral, y para esto, se propone un modelo de cultura organizacional y decisiones estratégicas más inclusivo considerando las actuales brechas existentes.

Feminismos en las aulas de la FADU: políticas de género y diseño textil en Argentina

Helga Mariel Soto — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Desde el ámbito de los estudios de género y la historia de los textiles, se han examinado numerosos ejemplos que destacan el papel del textil como vehículo y herramienta en la lucha feminista. Este fenómeno ha cobrado particular relevancia en los últimos años, desempeñando un papel fundamental en los movimientos latinoamericanos, especialmente en Argentina, que ha liderado la región en lo que respecta a la legalización del aborto.

En este contexto, la presente ponencia se centra en analizar el impacto de estos discursos en el programa de diseño textil de la Universidad de Buenos Aires. Esta carrera es única en su tipo en el territorio argentino y, por ende, ha sido un semillero para la gestación de proyectos innovadores con una perspectiva socialmente avanzada. Por lo tanto, se examinarán los trabajos desarrollados en este ámbito académico a partir de 2015, fecha de la primera marcha Ni Una Menos. Se prestará atención a sus atributos materiales, funcionales y discursivos con el propósito de identificar y registrar estrategias de enfoque feminista en su concepción y desarrollo. El objetivo último es descubrir cómo las futuras diseñadoras han respondido al panorama político feminista y cómo han integrado estas perspectivas en sus proyectos