Part 1: Theoretical Perspectives
1. Global Perspectives on Journalism and Gender
2. Journalism and Diversity in Theory and Practice
3. Understanding Feminisms and Intersectionality
4. A Media Sociology Framework
Part 2: A Global Approach Chapter
5. Toward a Global History of Women in Journalism
6. Global Reports on Women and Journalism
7. Worldwide Violence Against Women Reporters
Part 3: Women’s Participation in News Production Chapter
8. Gender and Newswork
9. Women Making News
Part 4: News Representations of Women Chapter
10. News Representations of Violence Against Women and Women in Politics
11. News Representations of Women, War, and Terrorism
Part 5: Toward Change
12. Gender and International Media Development
13. Feminist Media Activism and Journalism Education
Final Thoughts
Biography
Margaretha Geertsema-Sligh is Professor of Journalism at Butler University in Indianapolis, USA. Born and raised in South Africa, Geertsema-Sligh obtained a doctoral degree in journalism from the University of Texas at Austin. She has studied the relationship between women and news globally for more than 20 years.
"Journalism and Gender is a timely, hugely readable, and thorough teaching gem. With a thoughtful and global approach, this textbook illuminates current and future discussions on the ever-pressing issue of how women worldwide are not treated equally in journalism and news."
Dr. Ingrid Bachmann, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Chile
"This book is an excellent resource for inclusive journalism and gender education. With a global focus, five parts address the participation and representation of women in journalism. The succinct student learning outcomes and glossary are helpful."
Dr. Pallavi Guha, Towson University, United States
"Journalism and Gender offers an invaluable examination of this topic. By foregrounding global perspectives, Geertsema-Sligh challenges Western-dominated narratives and highlights the need for more inclusive perspectives. The book is a crucial resource for those interested in understanding and advancing gender equity in journalism worldwide."
Dr. Kaitlynn Mendes, Western University, Canada
"This timely and comprehensive textbook therefore explores the intersection of gender and journalism. It also presents a nuanced exploration of how gender undergirds both the production and representation of news, revealing the systemic ways journalism perpetuates gender inequalities across diverse socio-political, cultural and professional contexts. Grounded on empirical data from 92 countries - 56 from ‘developing countries’ and 36 from ‘developed countries’ - the book challenges Western-dominated paradigms and underscores the need for a more inclusive and globally informed approach to journalism studies. Its ambitious geographical scope offers a rich comparative perspective, extending knowledge beyond the Anglo-American domain."
Dr Mercy Ette, Newcastle University
