The Role of Gender in Shaping Digital Media Narratives on Social Platforms

1. Introduction 1.1 Background and Context 1.2 Research Objectives 1.3 Scope and Limitations 1.4 Structure of the Thesis 2. Historical Overview of Gender Narratives 2.1 Gender Representation in Traditional Media 2.2 Evolution of Digital Media 2.3 Influence of Social Platforms 3. Theoretical Framework 3.1 Gender Theory in Media Studies 3.2 Digital Media Communication Theories 3.3 Intersectionality and Online Narratives 4. Gender Dynamics on Social Platforms 4.1 Gender Differences in Media Consumption 4.2 Online Identity and Self-Representation 4.3 Role of Influencers and Celebrities 5. Case Studies 5.1 Analysis of Instagram Campaigns 5.2 Gender and Viral Trends on Twitter 5.3 Facebook Discussions on Gender Issues 6. Impact of Gendered Narratives 6.1 Public Perception and Gender Stereotypes 6.2 Influence on Youth and Body Image 6.3 Gendered Narratives and Political Discourse 7. Methodology 7.1 Research Design and Approach 7.2 Data Collection Methods 7.3 Analytical Framework 8. Conclusion 8.1 Summary of Key Findings 8.2 Implications for Future Research 8.3 Policy Recommendations