The portrayal and representation of femicide in the media

Series 6 | Episode 1

Whether in newspapers, on TV, or online, reports about femicide often strip the unimaginable down to sensationalism, eye-catching headlines, and stereotypical blaming, but beneath the headlines, there’s more: social structures, a lack of empathy, and the crucial question of which stories get told, and which do not.

In this episode, Anna and Trân look at how the media covers femicide:

• Why are certain victims highly visible — while others are almost forgotten?
• How does the choice of words shape our view of violence?
• What causes and consequences are behind these often distorted representations?
• Most importantly, what could be done to change reporting so that femicide becomes visible and can drive real social change?

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