Media Activism, Artivism and the Fight Against Marginalisation in the Global South: South-to-South Communication

This book explores the South-to-South connection between media activists and artists in the Global South, emphasizing the need for South-to-South dialogues to create sustainable connections and address global problems. It focuses on the exchanges between Latin America and Africa, highlighting how media activism and artivism can be used for global movement building and challenging colonial legacies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 174 pages
Publication date: 26 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book delves into a profound exploration of the intricate relationship between media activists and artists who are also activists, known as artivists, in the Global South. The authors, Andrea Medrado and Isabella Rega, underscore the pressing necessity of engaging in South-to-South dialogues to forge more resilient connections between communities in the Global South, serving as a vital step toward identifying and addressing pressing global challenges such as state repression, social inequality, and climate crises. Through meticulous analysis, Medrado and Rega identify the unique contributions of this connection to the study of media and social change, while also delving into its long-term sustainability.

Their focus lies in examining instances where media narratives from different Global South regions intertwine and transform, specifically highlighting the exchanges between Latin America (Brazil) and Africa (Kenya). By delving into these interactions, the authors shed light on how media activism and artivism can be harnessed as powerful tools for building global movements and challenging colonial legacies. Moreover, they explore the challenges of connecting individuals with diverse skill sets in different Global South contexts, fostering South-to-South solidarity and combating marginalization on a cross-continental scale.

This book is an essential read for students and scholars engaged in the fields of media activism, social movements, global media and communication, development studies, and international studies. It also holds great relevance for activists and social movement organizations seeking to strengthen their understanding of the interconnectedness of communities in the Global South and to collaborate effectively in addressing global challenges.

Weight: 370g
Dimension: 158 x 236 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032080833