Under the Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Basma bint Talal
Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies · Yarmouk UniversityA scientific and dialogue platform bringing together researchers, practitioners, and relevant institutions to examine the roles of women and media in supporting pathways to sustainable development, explore how digital transformations can strengthen women's participation, presence, and influence in media and society, and discuss the opportunities and challenges associated with these transformations.
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A knowledge-based and professional partnership for more equitable and inclusive development.
The conference examines the role of women and media in advancing the social, economic, and environmental dimensions of sustainable development amid transformations that are reshaping content production, circulation, and work within media institutions. It explores opportunities to strengthen fair representation of women, their participation in leadership, decision-making, and the creative economy, and the role of media in addressing development and environmental issues and responding to crises.
It also addresses the impact of digital platforms and artificial intelligence across these areas, including opportunities for innovation and challenges related to the digital divide, bias, misinformation, and safety. The conference brings together scientific research, professional experience, and institutional dialogue to formulate recommendations and initiatives that support cooperation among universities, media organizations, development actors, and civil society.
An effective partnership between women and media that contributes to more equitable and inclusive sustainable development, strengthens women's presence, participation, and influence in media and society, and harnesses digital transformations and media innovation responsibly.
To provide a scientific and applied platform that brings together researchers, practitioners, media and development institutions, and civil society to exchange knowledge and experience on women and media, examine the opportunities and challenges of digital transformations, and formulate recommendations and partnerships that support empowerment, participation, and responsible media practice.
Analyze the media's role in addressing women's issues and strengthening their participation in social, economic, and environmental development, while highlighting experiences and practices that can be adapted and applied.
Explore ways to improve the portrayal of women in media discourse, promote equal opportunities, and strengthen women's access to leadership positions and participation in decision-making.
Explore opportunities for education, employment, and entrepreneurship created by content industries, the creative economy, and digital transformations, as well as the requirements for their sustainability.
Discuss the digital divide, algorithmic bias, misinformation, and digital violence, and ways to limit their impact on women's participation and opportunities.
Strengthen dialogue and cooperation among universities, media organizations, development actors, and civil society, linking research knowledge with professional and community needs.
Develop practical recommendations and proposals for follow-up initiatives that support the contribution of women and media to sustainable development.
President of Yarmouk University
Speaker names, photographs, biographies, and presentation titles will be added after participation is confirmed.
The tracks explore the roles of women and media in development while addressing digital transformations as both an opportunity and a challenge.
The role of media, solutions journalism, and community radio in addressing women and development, strengthening women's participation in knowledge and solution-building, raising awareness of water, energy, food, and climate change issues, covering crises and disasters, and building resilient communities.
The representation of women and shifts in their portrayal across media and digital platforms; the diversity of women's presence across social and geographic backgrounds; and the role of media discourse in confronting stereotypes, discrimination, and exclusion while advancing justice and participation.
Developing media and digital education and skills, aligning qualifications with the labor market, promoting equal opportunities and fair working conditions, strengthening women's access to leadership and decision-making, and preparing for professional transformations in the media sector.
Content creation and digital arts as fields for entrepreneurship, employment, and income; the development and sustainability of women-led media and digital ventures; the impact of platforms on access and economic returns; professional and intellectual property rights; and the documentation of women's experiences and cultural heritage.
Applications of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies in media and content creation; opportunities to use them to strengthen women's presence, participation, and influence; and the role of data and algorithms in representing women and amplifying their voices in digital environments. The track also addresses algorithmic bias, transparency, accountability and governance, ethical use, privacy protection, digital safety, deepfakes, misinformation, and digital violence.
These sessions remain proposals until the program is approved; no unconfirmed speakers or schedules are included.
Women's representation and stereotypes, and the distribution of responsibility among content producers, media institutions, and digital platforms.
Privacy, deepfakes, and digital violence, and the role of institutions in sustaining women's participation in media work and public debate.
Skills, leadership, and economic empowerment, and the pathways through which women move from producing content to influencing and participating in decisions.
Experiences in solutions journalism and collaboration among universities, media organizations, development actors, and women's initiatives, with opportunities to develop joint activities that can be followed up.
Practical training in preparing content that addresses an issue related to women and development while ensuring accuracy, fair representation, and a clear message.
Practical applications for protecting privacy, verifying news, images, and circulating content, and using artificial intelligence tools responsibly.
Meetings that bring together students, researchers, media professionals, content creators, and community actors to exchange experience and explore opportunities for cooperation.
Implementation and registration details will be announced after the program is approved.
A proposed competition to produce digital content that highlights women's role in a development issue or offers responsible media treatment of a challenge affecting their participation and opportunities.
Details will be announced once approved.
Committee membership as approved by the University Presidency.
Select a committee to view its members. Lists remain collapsed to keep the page concise and easy to browse.
Notification of accepted submissions and the deadline for confirming participation and paying fees: 7 November 2026.
No participation fee
Excluding Yarmouk University researchers
Research participation fee
Accommodation costs will be added according to the rates of contracted hotels. Hotel options and details of what the fees include will be announced later.
The conference registration fee may be paid via a bank transfer to the conference account at Yarmouk University or deposited directly into the university's designated account.
To complete the payment, please first identify your paper category from the fee table above. This will allow you to determine the applicable registration fee and the exact amount to be transferred.
Please ensure that the full registration fee is received in the conference account. Any bank transfer charges or associated fees must be covered by the sender.
When depositing or transferring the amount, please enter “Women and Media Conference Registration Fee” in the payment description or transfer reference field.
Bank account details for payment or bank transfer:
| Account Number | 090003424722 |
|---|---|
| Beneficiary Name | Yarmouk University |
| Beneficiary Bank | Cairo Amman Bank |
| Branch Name | Yarmouk University Branch |
| IBAN | JO53CAAB1200000000090003424722 |
| Swift Code | CAABJOAM |
| Sort Code | 001200 |
Submissions are accepted through either of two tracks: a scientific abstract or a full paper under one of the conference's five themes.
Provide the lead researcher's details, followed by those of any co-authors and their institutions.
Include the title, choose the conference theme, and indicate abstract or full-paper submission.
Attach the abstract or full-paper file and send it to the conference's official email address.
Verify all researchers' names, institutions, the submission title, and the attached file type, as these details will be used in correspondence and conference documents.
The detailed program, session times, and venues:
To be announced.
Opening time and arrangements for attendance and remote participation will be added later.
These outcomes distinguish between what can be developed during the conference and what will require further completion and review.
Recommendations directed to media, educational, and development institutions to strengthen women's participation and the role of media in sustainable development.
Proposed principles supporting fair representation of women, content accuracy, and the ethical use of digital technologies.
A proposal for a concise guide or training resource based on conference discussions on digital safety, information verification, or development-focused content, to be completed and reviewed later.
Identify proposals for cooperation among participating entities, with a suggested follow-up mechanism and preliminary responsibilities based on what is agreed.
Names and logos will be added after partnerships and sponsorships are confirmed.
Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies
Venues, access guidance, and accommodation details will be added later.
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