Caroline Casey
July 26, 2024
This video is part of: Centre for the New Economy and Society
Social media can be a breeding ground for harmful content, especially for women. Researcher Kara Alaimo dives into this issue and offers solutions.
Social media is becoming increasingly hostile for women, with extremist misogyny now commonplace. This online violence translates to the real world, as shown by the rise of upsetting content and harassment targeting young women.
Alaimo argues for reform, not retreat. Social media offers valuable connections and opportunities, but both tech companies and users need to work together to make it safer for women.
Alaimo proposes three strategies to make social media more positive for women:
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