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The 2nd International Conference on Communication, Media & Society: Media, Gender and Culture 2014 (iCO MES2014) Bandung, Indonesia; February 25-26, 2014

Background

Over the last decades, a considerable amount of research has been conducted on the relationship between genders with communication. Nevertheless, new insights are still needed, especially those that explore the interrelations and negotiations between media and gender through the use of interdisciplinary and intersectional approaches.

This conference serves as a forum to discuss ideas, experiences and research results on gender and media, bringing together social sciences researchers and academics, NGOs representatives and media professionals.

The Institute of Journalism Studies (IJS) Faculty of Communication and Media Studies Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM, University of Technology MARA) Malaysia in collaboration with the International Women University (IWU), Bandung , Indonesia,  will hold the 2nd International Conference on Communication, Media and Society (iCOMES2014) from February 25 - 26, 2014 at Anggrek Shopping Hotel in Bandung, Indonesia. ( http://www.shoppinghotel.an ggrekhotel.com/ )

OBJECTIVES

The objectives of iCOMES are: 1. To provide an academic platform for the discourse on diverse issues in media, communication, gender  and culture; 2. To identify paths for future progress in media and communication education and

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practices; 3. To promote the sharing of scientific research findings among scholars at the domestic and international levels; and 4. To enhance networking between researchers and practitioners in the fields of media and communication, especially among nations in the Asian region.

Theme : MEDIA, GENDER AND CULTURE Sessions and paper proposals dealing with diversities in media, gender and culture research are invited.

Topics of interest for submission include, but are not limited to, the following: -

Femininities and/or Masculinities Representations in Media Gender and Media Trends Gender, Media and Public Sphere Gender, Advertising and Consumer Culture Gender, Audience and Reception Studies Gender, Digital Culture and Communication Gender, Media Institutions and Communication Policies Media and Feminist Theory Media Social Networks and Identities Media, Gender and Democracy Media, Gender and Human rights Media, Gender and Intercultural Communication Media, Gender and Sexualities New Media and Feminist Movements Intersectionality and Media Media and society Globalization and social impact Audience analysis Media, democracy and integration Media literacy and media education Media and development Health communication Politics, hegemony and the media ICT and power

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Gender and sexuality in the media The social media and subcultures Popular culture Media and gender issues

Abstract Submission Guideline:

1. Abstract should be around 200-250 words. 2. Include a maximum of five keywords. 3. Abstract can be written in Malay, Indonesia or English language. 4. Include the names of ALL authors, their affiliations, country of origin and e-mail contacts. 5. Abstract can be e-mailed to: [email protected] 6.Please use the title “ABSTRACT” in the subject section of the e-mail.

The official languages of the conference are English, Indonesia and Malay. For further information, please contact: Dr Siti Zabedah Mohd Shariff  ([email protected])

Fees

PRESENTER / PARTICIPANT

Malaysia Presenter: USD150 International Presenter : USD200 Local Postgraduate Student :USD100 International Postgraduate Student : USD 150

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Important Dates

Conference Date: 25-26 February 2014 Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 November 2013 15 December 2013 Full paper submission date: 1 January 2014 15 January 2014 Full payment: 1 Februari 2014 **After payment is made, please email the bank slip to [email protected] y

Payment

Mode of Payment: Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) Account Name: Bendahari UiTM Bank Name: Affin Islamic Bank Berhad Bank Swift Code: AIBBMYKL Account Number: 105140003422

Registration fees for participants include the following: -

Admission to all scientific sessions; Certificate of attendance; Conference materials; ID badge; Coffee breaks; Conference lunch (February 25-26, 2014);

Please be reminded that conference registration fees do not cover accommodation and travel expenses. Conference participants are responsible for booking and paying their own accommodation and transportation to/from the host country.

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Registration fees are payable by bank transfer only and must be for the total amount due in RM or USD . Bank fees and money transfer costs are the responsibility of the payer and should be paid in addition to the registration fees.

Cancellation and Refund Policy: - For cancellation requests submitted before January 15, 2014, 70% of your paid conference registration fee will be refunded. - No refund of conference registration fee will be made for cancellations after February 25, 2014.

TENTATIVE PROGRAMME

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*Faculty Subject toTeknologi change without priorMedia notice Contact Us Secretary, The International Conference on Communication, Media & Society 2014 Institute of Journalism Studies, of  Communication and Studies Universiti MARA Tel ::2nd +603 55435921 Fax +603 55444861 Email : [email protected]

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