Gender Representations in News

These flashcards cover key concepts surrounding gender representations in news as discussed in the lecture, focusing on power relations, common roles ascribed to women, language use, and the portrayal of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Why is news not considered gender-neutral?

News reflects power relations, and gender ideologies shape representation.

What defines hard news and soft news in news reporting?

Hard news includes politics, economy, security, and crisis; while soft news includes morning programs, magazine news, and family health pages.

What percentage of those featured in news reports are women according to the GMMP?

Approximately 25% of those featured in news reports are women, while 75% are men.

In what roles do women typically appear in news?

Women typically appear as victims, mothers, wives, and celebrities, rarely as experts, decision-makers, or authorities.

How does language shape the representation of female politicians?

Female politicians are often identified by their family roles, undermining their authority and reducing their political identity.

What is 'symbolic annihilation' in the context of media representation?

Symbolic annihilation refers to the underrepresentation of women and LGBTQ+ individuals in media, often by erasing their identities and framing violence as individual or accidental.

What impact does sensationalism in digital news have on gender representation?

Sensational headlines and sexist language become more visible in digital news, often perpetuating harmful stereotypes.

How is violence against women framed in headlines?

Language often includes victim-blaming and romanticizes violence, such as 'love murder' which legitimizes the violence.

What does 'gendered framing' refer to in news reporting?

Gendered framing refers to the tendency to emphasize family roles over professional identities, particularly for female politicians.

What is the issue with LGBTQ+ representation in the news?

LGBTQ+ representation is often characterized by moral panic, criminalization, othering, and the use of irrelevant or unnecessary information.