Building the Capacity of Women in Media in the Arab Region to Accelerate and Support Sustainable Development

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Building the Capacity of Women in Media in the Arab Region explores the crucial role of women’s empowerment in the media sector as a catalyst for sustainable development. The book examines the structural, cultural, and institutional barriers that limit women’s participation and leadership in Arab media industries. Drawing on feminist media theory, the capability approach, and organizational change theory, the study combines theoretical analysis with qualitative research, including interviews, focus groups, and comparative case studies from Egypt, Lebanon, and the United Arab Emirates.

The book highlights how empowering women in media contributes to reshaping public narratives, challenging stereotypes, and strengthening democratic discourse. It also provides practical recommendations for policymakers, media institutions, and academic programs to foster gender equality, leadership development, and inclusive communication environments. By connecting women’s media participation to global development agendas, particularly the Sustainable Development Goals, this work demonstrates that strengthening women’s voices in media is essential for building societies across the Arab region.