Examining the Impact of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia on Global Attitudes: A Comparative Content Analysis of Western and Arab/Muslim Media
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International Day to Combat Islamophobia, Western newspapers, Arab Muslim Newspapers, Content AnalysisAbstract
This content analysis examined the coverage of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia in four newspapers - The New York Times and The Guardian (representing Western newspapers) and Al Jazeera and Arab News (representing Arab Muslim newspapers). 100 articles published between March 01, 2022, to March 31st, 2023 were analyzed using qualitative content analysis. The study aimed to identify similarities and differences in the coverage of the event by the four newspapers. The results of the study revealed that the Western newspapers, The New York Times and The Guardian, provided limited coverage of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, with only a small number of articles dedicated to the event. In contrast, Arab Muslim newspapers, Al Jazeera and Arab News provided extensive coverage of the event, with a large number of articles dedicated to the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. The key themes identified in the content analysis included the rise of Islamophobia in the West, the impact of Islamophobia on Muslims, Language and framing, Generalization vs. distinction, Recognition of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, Coverage of Islamophobia, and Perceptions of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. Overall, this study highlights the different approaches taken by Western and Arab Muslim newspapers in covering the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. The findings suggest a need for greater coverage and awareness of the event in Western media to combat Islamophobia and promote understanding and tolerance.
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