Stories
Our stories examine the ways that race, religion, class, dis/ability, age, gender and sexual identity issues intersect with major topics in the media, and aim to bring new perspectives to light.
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How Has Feminism Influenced the African Media Landscape?
By Abdullahi Jimoh Gender stereotypes have been rampant in journalism – especially in the past. The traditional approach was that …
Will the Vogue ‘Disability Issue’ Create Real Change?
When it comes to diversity and inclusion, magazines may have much to consider, but the benefits are obvious.
Media Organisations’ Approach to Governance Needs to Diversify
Is the causal link between more diverse leadership and financial results the answer to improving media organisations’ bottom line?
Mass Media and Mass School Shootings: When Does Coverage Become Too Mu...
The Columbine School Shooting changed the US media landscape profoundly. But 380 school shootings later, have the media learnt any lessons?
May 2023 Newsletter: Breaking Down the Walls
Audiences were warned by artists and journalists not to stay silent when freedoms are under threat and encouraged to be …
Revolutionizing Accessibility: The Media Should Incorporate the Use of...
Incorporating AI technology in the media could be a turning point in the fight for accessibility and inclusion for the visually impaired and deaf communities across Africa.
Ramadan in the Metaverse
Experiencing Ramadan through VR and similar projects could become a getaway to more focused and diverse content that delves into more detail.
April 2023 Newsletter: Iran, Feminism and the Media
As the protests for freedom in Iran continue, Media Diversity Institute hosted a webinar which examined the protests, feminism in …
Newsletter March 2023: Woman, Life, Freedom
Women’s representation in the media has come to the forefront in recent years with movements such as #MeToo and #TimesUp. …
How the Media and Institutions failed: the harmful effects of sensatio...
It only took a few hours for a tragedy to become mired in sensationalism, disinformation, and unethical reporting.
