Lubna Albadawi

When Media Frames Refugee Women as Victims, Policy Follows

This op-ed argues that Western media narratives about Syrian women refugees often reinforce harmful stereotypes of vulnerability while limiting their agency and voice. It calls for a shift toward more accurate and empowering storytelling that reflects women as active participants in shaping their futures. By rethinking media representation, policymakers and journalists can contribute to more ethical and effective approaches to global displacement.