Women in media

What news stories have you seen recently that have affected women? And why do stories about gender equality hit the headlines?

Published 16 February 2024

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In time for International Women's Day 2024, our Headline lesson gives students the chance to hear from five changemakers in the media industry and explore how to achieve gender equality in front of, and behind, the lens.

Use this one-hour lesson to help your students:

  • Explore gender equality in the news
  • Consider different views about how to achieve gender equality
  • Reflect on information from five changemakers in the media industry

These teaching resources are supported by the British Council. The Economist Educational Foundation maintained full editorial control.

This lesson develops the following skill:

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This resource was created as part of Festival 2024. See the student discussions here.

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