Media
Looking Beyond Negative Stereotypes of Young People
Considering the still fragile state of youth employment in the UK it is no surprise that job prospects are high on the mind of young people today. When society is concerned over the impact of irresponsible portrayals of sex on young people to the extent, it makes headlines and sparks debate, why does the media […]
Young people in the media
There is nothing particularly new about negative depictions of young people in the media. Nonetheless, last week, Demos published a poll which found that 85% of young people felt their media portrayal was harming their job prospects. Of course, the causes of youth unemployment are nothing if not complex, and, the “I blame the media” […]
Not so Black and White: the Link Between Media, Celebrities and Violence
Violence is an endemic part of the world we live in. As a medium that often reflects this reality, media culture and its influence is a central part of contemporary society. The release of Grand Theft Auto 5 at the end of last year was met with the usual concerns relating to the effects of […]
The Power of Social Media
Since joining the 99% Campaign in October, I have learned a lot about the power of social media. I have always been relatively active online and have Twitter, Facebook and WordPress accounts, but did not realise the extent to which I can use these platforms as more than just a means of social interaction. […]
The Need For a Greater Understanding of Sex and Young People in the Media
Sex and young people; a combination that parents and older adults can find difficult to understand. I am sure most teenagers have experienced that uncomfortable moment when their parents walk in on them watching a film during a sex scene. What also seems unavoidable is the fact that sex will always sell. Despite these facts, […]