Gender-Based Violence in Media

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in media refers to how violence against individuals based on their gender—such as domestic abuse, sexual violence, or harassment—is portrayed, reported, or sometimes perpetuated through various media channels like TV, news, social media, and movies. It can influence public perceptions, reinforce harmful stereotypes, and either raise awareness or inadvertently normalize such violence. Responsible media coverage is crucial to correctly inform the public, challenge gender stereotypes, and support victims, while sensationalized or biased portrayals can hinder efforts to prevent and address GBV.