Why the news industry must commit to gender equality
Women might make up 50 percent of the world’s population, but when it comes to the news media, there’s a striking lack of representation. As we mark International Women’s Day on 8 March, it’s a time to reflect not only on the problem of gender inequality in the news but also solutions to reverse the imbalance. Luckily, a host of tools – from high tech trackers to policy changes – are being created to address the issue.