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Broadcasting Diversity: Migrant Representation in Irish Radio

Corey Green

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In an increasingly diverse world, the media plays a vital role in shaping how we perceive and interact with people from different backgrounds. Radio, in particular, has the potential to be a powerful tool for promoting understanding and inclusion. However, there is often a lack of representation of migrants in the media, and when they are represented, it is often in stereotypical or negative ways.

This book examines the representation of migrants in Irish radio broadcasting, exploring the challenges and opportunities faced by migrant broadcasters and the impact of their work on Irish society. The book draws on interviews with migrant broadcasters, radio station managers, and listeners, as well as an analysis of radio programming. It argues that migrant broadcasters play a vital role in promoting understanding and inclusion in Irish society, and that their work should be supported and encouraged.

Broadcasting Diversity: Migrant Representation in Irish Radio

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Key Findings

Migrant broadcasters are underrepresented in Irish radio broadcasting.
When migrants are represented on radio, they are often stereotyped or portrayed in a negative light.
Migrant broadcasters face a number of challenges, including language barriers, cultural differences, and discrimination.
Despite the challenges, migrant broadcasters are making a valuable contribution to Irish society by promoting understanding and inclusion.

Recommendations

The book makes a number of recommendations for how to increase the representation of migrants in Irish radio broadcasting. These include:

Providing training and support for migrant broadcasters.
Creating more opportunities for migrants to participate in radio programming.
Challenging stereotypes and promoting positive representations of migrants in the media.
Encouraging Irish radio stations to reflect the diversity of Irish society.

This book is an important contribution to the growing body of research on media representation and diversity. It provides a valuable insight into the challenges and opportunities faced by migrant broadcasters in Ireland, and makes a compelling case for the need to increase their representation in the media. By ng so, we can create a more inclusive and representative media landscape that reflects the diversity of our society.

About the Author

[Author's Name] is a researcher in the School of Communications at Dublin City University. Her research interests include media representation, diversity, and inclusion. She has published widely in these areas, and her work has been cited in numerous academic journals and books.