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Carolyn M. Byerly Howard University, USA
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In news stories & In top decision-making roles: In spite of 40 years of feminism Increase of women media professionals Emphasis on gender mainstreaming Women’s marginalization
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Refocusing on: Structural shifts Company policies National laws Regional agreements (e.g., EU) Court decisions Advocacy (e.g., role of trade unions, feminism) Women & News Research
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A global phenomenon Affects women’s employment & media ownership Narrows news perspectives Consolidates men’s economic & political power Concentrated ownership
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Byerly & Valentin (2016): 1970s: Women’s equality laws passed Women journalists sued & won for discrimination Opened up jobs Challenged broadcast licenses on basis of content Case Study: USA
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1980s & 1990s: Courts curtailed women’s employment, ownership Since 2000: FCC refuses to address women & minority ownership Byerly & Valentin (cont.)
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Byerly & Valentin concluded: Feminist movements influence national communication laws & policies Once laws in place, women must challenge discrimination Courts may not be women’s friend, especially if all men Feminist groups must develop a new policy agenda Conclusions:
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Thank you! Carolyn M. Byerly Department of Communication, Culture & Media Studies Howard University Washington, DC, USA cbyerly@earthlink.net
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