Reflections on the International Association for Media and Communication Research: Many Voices, One Forum

The International Association for Media and Communication Research (IAMCR) has been a hub for international exchanges and research collaborations in media and communication for 65 years. It has evolved from focusing on the mass media to critical analysis of contemporary media and communications, including online platforms and their governance. The Association has always been concerned with human rights, law, culture, and the political economy of the media and communication industries. This edited collection highlights the contributions of IAMCR and its members to shaping the field, including its commitment to inclusivity, scholarship across the East-West divide, and engagement with global policy debates.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 558 pages
Publication date: 30 April 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

Throughout its illustrious 65-year history, the International Association for Media and Communication Research (IAMCR) has tirelessly pursued the noble mission of fostering international exchanges and research collaborations among academics and journalists in the field of media and communication. Established in 1957, at a time of profound ideological tension following World War II, and with the unwavering support of UNESCO, the contributors to this edited collection shed light on how the IAMCR and its members have profoundly shaped the landscape of media and communication research.

From its humble beginnings, focused on the mass media, including the press and journalism education, the Association has evolved into a vibrant hub that attracts researchers and practitioners who engage in critical analysis of contemporary media and communications, encompassing the ever-evolving realm of online platforms and their governance. Throughout its journey, consistent themes have resonated throughout the Association's history, namely its unwavering concern for human rights, law, culture, and the political economy of the media and communication industries.

Rather than merely understanding the developments in the media and communication field across the globe, the IAMCR's membership has embarked on a mission to actively influence and shape the world through its published research and active participation in global, regional, national, and local policy debates and practices.

This comprehensive volume is meticulously organized into four parts, preceded by an introduction penned by esteemed editors who are active members of the IAMCR. Part I showcases eight prominent scholarly traditions of research that have captured the attention of scholars worldwide, while also highlighting the Association's commitment to inclusivity by nurturing the careers of early career scholars.

Part II presents seven insightful chapters that delve into the political struggles faced by a membership dedicated to engaging in scholarship across the East-West divide and contributing to global debates aimed at fostering understanding, peace, and progress.

In conclusion, the International Association for Media and Communication Research has played a pivotal role in shaping the field of media and communication research, fostering international collaborations, and promoting the exchange of ideas. Through its unwavering commitment to human rights, law, culture, and the political economy, the Association has sought to influence the world through its scholarly endeavors and policy interventions. This edited collection serves as a testament to the profound impact of the IAMCR and its members on the global landscape of media and communication.

Weight: 902g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031163821
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023