Summary of the e-Discussion on Women in Politics and the Media
This e-Discussion raised awareness and collected experiences and knowledge on gender differences in political media coverage, its impact on women’s political participation and representation, as well as gathered good practices and recommendations on ways to counter the negative impact of media portrayals of women in politics with fair and unbiased coverage.
Participants, including local and national lawmakers, former government ministers, journalists, civil society activists, experts, and researchers, joined this e-Discussion from 7 to 30 September 2022. Along with our partners, we thank all the followers who took time to share experiences, practices, and recommendations.
The submission contributed to the elaboration of this e-Discussion summary, expanding the knowledge base available on women in politics and the media.
This e-Discussion raised awareness and collected experiences and knowledge on gender differences in political media coverage, its impact on women’s political participation and representation, as well as gathered good practices and recommendations on ways to counter the negative impact of media portrayals of women in politics with fair and unbiased coverage.
Participants, including local and national lawmakers, former government ministers, journalists, civil society activists, experts, and researchers, joined this e-Discussion from 7 to 30 September 2022. Along with our partners, we thank all the followers who took time to share experiences, practices, and recommendations.
The submission contributed to the elaboration of this e-Discussion summary, expanding the knowledge base available on women in politics and the media.