Inaccurate Media Content

In the article, “Sexism in the Middle Eastern workplace”, by an anonymous author breaks down the media in Yemen that inaccurately depicts the conditions of the workforce. Based off the corporate media, an outsider would perceive the workforce as much more inclusive and gender equal than it actual is. The author expands on the toxic masculinity in the work force that oppresses and belittles the women positions. Additionally, the article talks about the manipulation that occurs through the misleading media outlets. The media discusses gender equality and equity, however only to look progressive and not for the meaning of what gender equality stands for. I thought this was interesting how through media outlets the Yemen work force seems like it is doing the “right” thing socially. This made me question if this media manipulation occurs more frequently than I thought. I think because of all the social movements that are voicing for women equality especially in the work force, that corporate companies have a media presence that is meant to look good. This inaccurate media representation can be problematic when the reality does not correlate with the content.