Practical Guide: How to report on science through a gender lens

Practical guide How to report on science through a gender lens

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1. Remember what gender sensitive means Gender sensitive reporting means taking into account women and men. For example, has the underlying research you’re reporting on considered how it might impact on men and women differently?


2. Ask the right questions about the researchCheck how the team is organised, the study design, data collection, analyses, results, and conclusions… do they take into account the needs of both women and men?


3. Choose the right image for your storyConsider carefully the image you have chosen:

Does it challenge or reinforce stereotypes? Does it promoteinclusion by portraying men and women in a diverse range ofroles? Does it make the reader consider how the story mightrealistically affect men and women differently?


4. Tailor your approach to the topicApplying a gender lens involves really understanding the topic you are reporting on; for example if you are talking about disease vectors, you should include lifestyle, physiological, and cultural dimensions to the story.


5. Seek out expert advice in useful networksDepending on the story, there are gender experts and useful networks to tap into. For example, if you are working on a story about urbanisation UN-HABITAT is a very useful resource.


Practical Guide: How to report on science through a gender lens

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