Gender Violence, Social Media, and Online Environments: When the Virtual Becomes Real

This book explores the intersections of gender violence, social media, and public spaces, examining the impacts and resistance to these issues across national boundaries. It highlights the difficult issues raised when traditional conceptions of public space, individual rights, and professional responsibility are challenged by new examples. Each chapter grapples with a difficult reality related to gender violence, underscores possible ways forward, and highlights limitations, resisting easy answers to complex and persistent questions about rights, personal integrity, and social responsibility.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 212 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate realms of gender violence, exploring its multifaceted manifestations across online and public spaces. Through a series of compelling individual case studies, it examines the complex interplay between virtual worlds, physical environments, and the human body, shedding light on how these dimensions interact and influence one another. The volume explores the impacts of gender violence in these digital and physical realms, as well as the potential resistance and challenges encountered in combating it.

Chapters delve into the profound consequences of gender violence intersecting with social media, challenging traditional notions of public spaces, individual rights, and professional responsibilities. The book challenges readers to reevaluate established frameworks and perspectives, pushing the boundaries of legal, social, and professional understanding. It raises thought-provoking questions about the nature of reality, personal integrity, and social responsibility in the face of complex and persistent gender violence issues.

Each chapter in this book offers valuable insights into the complex realities of gender violence, highlighting potential pathways forward while acknowledging the limitations and complexities of addressing this issue. It encourages readers to engage critically with the material, fostering a deeper understanding of the multifaceted nature of gender violence and its impact on individuals, communities, and society as a whole.

This book appeals to scholars and students across a wide range of disciplines, including media studies, social media, gender and women's studies, sociology, criminology, digital humanities, and politics. It provides a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the intersection of gender violence, technology, and social change, and offers insights into developing effective strategies for prevention, intervention, and advocacy.

Weight: 352g
Dimension: 233 x 156 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032197913