This thesis discusses the origin and evolution of the ''dumb blonde'' stereotype in American cinema from the 1950s onwards and takes a look at why this stereotype does not seem as prevalent in...Show moreThis thesis discusses the origin and evolution of the ''dumb blonde'' stereotype in American cinema from the 1950s onwards and takes a look at why this stereotype does not seem as prevalent in contemporary times anymore.Show less
Since 2005, despite restricting immigration policies, the Netherlands has had a persistent growth of migrants with a Russian background and of Russian-speaking migrants from other countries; more...Show moreSince 2005, despite restricting immigration policies, the Netherlands has had a persistent growth of migrants with a Russian background and of Russian-speaking migrants from other countries; more than half of these immigrants are women. This thesis gains an insight into how the urban environment in Dutch cities contributes to the sense of belonging of Russian-speaking first-generation migrant women and to the (potential) conflict among them and with the host society. Overall, Dutch cities allow these women to establish a meaningful connection with Dutch culture and history. Urban space, its history and aesthetics provide a framework to connect women’s personal narratives to a broader cultural and historical context. This, in turn, shapes local urban identity, which facilitates the immigrants’ sense of belonging and, consequently, the integration process. Additionally, the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 has heightened the awareness towards Russian-speaking women’s identities and the Russian language’s increased presence in Dutch cities, which in turn has influenced tensions and the possibility of conflicts at the local level and primarily in urban spaces.Show less
Since 2005, despite restricting immigration policies, the Netherlands has had a persistent growth of migrants with a Russian background and of Russian-speaking migrants from other countries; more...Show moreSince 2005, despite restricting immigration policies, the Netherlands has had a persistent growth of migrants with a Russian background and of Russian-speaking migrants from other countries; more than half of these immigrants are women. This thesis gains an insight into how the urban environment in Dutch cities contributes to the sense of belonging of Russian-speaking first-generation migrant women and to the (potential) conflict among them and with the host society. Overall, Dutch cities allow these women to establish a meaningful connection with Dutch culture and history. Urban space, its history and aesthetics provide a framework to connect women’s personal narratives to a broader cultural and historical context. This, in turn, shapes local urban identity, which facilitates the immigrants’ sense of belonging and, consequently, the integration process. Additionally, the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 has heightened the awareness towards Russian-speaking women’s identities and the Russian language’s increased presence in Dutch cities, which in turn has influenced tensions and the possibility of conflicts at the local level and primarily in urban spaces.Show less
Een van de dingen die bijdraagt aan een goed functionerende democratie is het volgen van het nieuws. Een deel van onze samenleving zegt daarentegen ontevreden te zijn over de veelal negatieve...Show moreEen van de dingen die bijdraagt aan een goed functionerende democratie is het volgen van het nieuws. Een deel van onze samenleving zegt daarentegen ontevreden te zijn over de veelal negatieve berichtgeving in de media, omdat ze zich er somber, depressief en hopeloos door voelen. Sommigen kiezen er daarvoor zelfs voor om het nieuws te mijden. Constructieve journalistiek is stroming die iets wil doen aan die focus op negativiteit in de media. Eerder onderzoek laat veelbelovende resultaten zien op de effecten van constructieve journalistiek op de emoties van het publiek en op de betrokkenheid. Met een experiment is in dit onderzoek onderzocht of die resultaten opnieuw werden gevonden. Een groep volwassen respondenten (N = 96) tussen de 19 en 62 jaar las hiervoor nieuwsverhalen gemaakt door Omroep West. Het bleek dat de constructieve nieuwsverhalen zorgde voor meer positieve emoties, maar niet voor meer betrokkenheid. Dit onderzoek draagt bij aan de kennis over de effecten van constructieve journalistiek. Het biedt handvatten voor mediaorganisaties als Omroep West. Door als journalist constructieve elementen in nieuwsverhalen te gebruiken, zoals meer aandacht voor nuance, oplossingen en hoop, voelt het publiek zich positiever. Die positiviteit zou er uiteindelijk voor kunnen zorgen dat meer mensen het nieuws wel willen blijven volgen.Show less
In 2021, Japan's gender wage gap was among the highest of all OECD countries. A big factor of this economic gender inequality lies in the fact that female participation in regular-work is...Show moreIn 2021, Japan's gender wage gap was among the highest of all OECD countries. A big factor of this economic gender inequality lies in the fact that female participation in regular-work is comparatively low to the participation rate in the more insecure and lower-paying irregular work jobs. Previous research has shown that there are three main obstacles to increased female participation in regular work positions. Those being the long-working-hours culture, a lack of enforcement of policies by the government, and the societal expectation that women are supposed to focus on housework and child-rearing. This paper examines how the COVID-19 pandemic has influenced these obstacles and if there has been any positive change to the female participation rate in regular work. Using the concepts of exogenous shocks and critical junctures as a theoretical framework, this paper argues that the COVID-19 pandemic might have set the stage for real change in the Japanese labour market through the promotion of telework as a legitimate business practice. However, the pandemic has also highlighted or reinforced the existing obstacles to increased female participations in regular work due to the closure of schools and businesses in the hospitality industry, disproportionally affecting women.Show less
This thesis explores Bollywood's homogenizing potential through the lens of "soft power," positing Bollywood as a national conduit that obscures the hegemonic tendencies of the BJP and Prime...Show moreThis thesis explores Bollywood's homogenizing potential through the lens of "soft power," positing Bollywood as a national conduit that obscures the hegemonic tendencies of the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The analysis is focused on the function of Bollywood as a platform for promoting and perpetuating dominant national narratives and cultural norms, thereby discrediting minority considerations. In addition, this research shall expand its scope to explore developments in celebrity discourses and the growing politicization of social media. Through these inquiries, the thesis aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted influence of Bollywood on Indian society and politics.Show less
