Journalism and Gender

Global Perspectives

Margaretha Geertsema-Sligh

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Routledge
01 August 2025

Humanities; Media studies; Press & journalism

Informed by global and intersectional feminist perspectives, this textbook offers a broad introduction to the role of gender in journalism and considers how women in particular are represented in the news.

This book begins by introducing theoretical approaches to journalism and diversity, feminisms and intersectionality, and media sociology. With reference to more than 90 countries and an emphasis on the Global South, it offers an expansive history of gender in journalism and insights from multiple global surveys. The next part of the text deals with women’s participation in news production, highlighting the challenges of men-dominated newsroom cultures. From there, the focus shifts to the way news media represent women in the news, including in relation to politics, war, and violence. The book concludes with a discussion of gender in international media development, gender and media activism, and gender in journalism education. Students are supported by chapter summaries, discussion questions, and a glossary of key terms to help reinforce knowledge and understanding.

Inspiring students to incite positive change in the industry, Journalism and Gender is an essential text for those approaching this topic for the first time.

This textbook features an e-book+ with interactive features such as links to websites, quizzes, and flash cards.

By: Margaretha Geertsema-Sligh
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9781032662732
ISBN 10: 1032662735
Pages: 226
Publication Date: 01 August 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Margaretha Geertsema-Sligh is Professor of Journalism at Butler University in Indianapolis, USA. Born and raised in South Africa, Geertsema-Sligh obtained a doctoral degree in journalism from the University of Texas at Austin. She has studied the relationship between women and news globally for more than 20 years.

Reviews for Journalism and Gender: Global Perspectives

Journalism and Gender is a timely, hugely readable, and thorough teaching gem. With a thoughtful and global approach, this textbook illuminates current and future discussions on the ever-pressing issue of how women worldwide are not treated equally in journalism and news. Dr. Ingrid Bachmann, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Chile This book is an excellent resource for inclusive journalism and gender education. With a global focus, five parts address the participation and representation of women in journalism. The succinct student learning outcomes and glossary are helpful. Dr. Pallavi Guha, Towson University, United States Journalism and Gender offers an invaluable examination of this topic. By foregrounding global perspectives, Geertsema-Sligh challenges Western-dominated narratives and highlights the need for more inclusive perspectives. The book is a crucial resource for those interested in understanding and advancing gender equity in journalism worldwide. Dr. Kaitlynn Mendes, Western University, Canada