How has the rise of social media allowed women to make a space for themselves in the world of media and make their voices heard? How does social media lend itself to a more diverse media and, at the same time, what limitations do minority voices face in social media?
Kate English
Hi, my name is Kate. I live in Charlottesville, Virginia (in America), and I’m in my third year studying Media, Communications, and Cultural Studies at Newcastle University. I really enjoy researching gender and how it affects us on a daily basis, so I think this program will be fun!
In my spare time, I love to cook and bake, read, and sing. I joined the A Capella society at university last year and it’s quickly become my favorite hobby. I’ve spent most of my summer working at a gelato shop in town – it’s not a thrilling job, but the perk of having free access to gelato almost makes up for it. I’m really passionate about photography, so I’ve tried to get out and take photos as often as I can.
I’m excited to meet everyone!
Whilst the gender pay gap is something that is talked about all too often in the media and throughout life, that shouldn’t mean it is something we should avoid discussing. Because despite some measures made to close it, it is still a prevalent issue within the workplace – both in media sectors and other sectors of work – as in March this year it was found that at The Telegraph Media Group, women are on average paid 35% less than men.
https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/media/2018/mar/26/telegraph-media-group-gender-pay-gap
My name is Oliver Assogna and I am a 3rd year Journalism, Media and Culture student at Newcastle University.
I have lived and studied in Abruzzo (Italy) all my life and specifically, I attended the Liceo Classico – a very demanding school where I studied Latin, Ancient Greek, Philosophy and History of Art along with the more traditional subjects. I have a great passion for literature and the arts and I am a big reader.
I play the piano and I love classical music, opera, ballet and going to the theatre – I currently freelance as a theatre critic for a London-based company. Last year, I worked for a hyperlocal journal called JesmondLocal, mainly covering transport-related news, stories and events. I also host my own radio show on Newcastle Student Radio and work as an Italian translator, transcreator and interpreter.
I am a huge Pescara Calcio fan and I currently write for 90min, a popular football media platform. At school I’ve been the captain of my five-a-side football team for five years and was also part of the volleyball team. In September, I am running the Great North Run (21 km) in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital.
I really look forward to meeting everyone in Gothenburg – I am sure that the AGEMI summer school is going to be a fantastic experience!
In order to promote gender diversity in an organization, both women and men need to participate in the process. In what ways men can effectively take part in an organizational setting to bring a positive change? Do men need to overcome their own stereotypical gender roles?
My name is Yasmin, I’m 20, and about to start my third year of study in Journalism, Media and Culture at Newcastle University in the UK. I consider myself a feminist, and a follower of women’s rights, so I am excited to meet people with similar interests, and bring more depth to my knowledge.
When I am not at university, I take a large interest in animal welfare, and the ivory trade – I was lucky enough to go on safari in Tanzania in 2016, and hope to again next year. I have been heavily involved with the charity CRCL (Cumbria-Rungwe Community Link), which allowed me to host a Tanzanian girl at my home in 2015, and then stay with her in 2016. Myself and my mum are both still involved with the fundraising of the Link, and we recently pledged the idea of setting up menstruation packs, and giving bras to girls in rural Tanzania.
Living in the Lake District in England – which has the most incredible views!! – I enjoy my fair share of walking and photography. I also love documentaries, especially ones from David Attenborough and Ross Kemp – this would be the type of role I would love to pursue as a future career path.
I look forward to meeting you all.
Hello, 
My name is Hannah Whyte. I am 21 years old and I currently study Media, Communication and Cultural Studies at Newcastle University. I am passionate about feminism and promoting gender equality in all areas of my life. The Gender and Media module I took this year has been really enjoyable and I am excited to meet more people who share this interest.
I have a part time job at a cinema and a theatre, and in my spare time I enjoy going out with my friends and watching live music.
My name is Hannah Baxter, I am a Journalism, Media and Culture student at Newcastle University, and I will be starting my third year there this September.
When I’m not at university, I am at home on a farm on the east coast of Scotland, which is a big contrast to city life in Newcastle.
This summer I’ve been working full time as a garden pea and broad bean sampler (which sounds odd, I know, but is a vital part of harvest, and is a great job as it’s seasonal).
Despite going to school in Scotland, I did the International Baccalaureate (IB), so have had an international education. It was demanding at times but I do believe it’s set me up well for life, or helped me cope with university pressures at least.
As well as writing, journalism and equality, I am also very passionate about dance, specifically ballet, which I have done since I was 3 years old. I initially started due to my doctor’s orders, as I had flat feet and rotational hips…and luckily it fixed me, and I fell in love with it.
I have also completed the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme, from bronze through to gold, so really enjoy a good hill walk and have done a lot of charity work.
I’m looking forward to travelling to and seeing everyone in Gothenburg, as well as learning more and developing my skills in a new country 🙂
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