The challenges of welfare for female journalists in the media industry (A descriptive study of the experiences of female journalists in Yogyakarta)

Authors

  • Wachidah Nur Hidayati Universitas Aisyiyah Yogyakarta
  • Herlambang Jati Kusumo Universitas Aisyiyah Yogyakarta, Indonesia
  • Alfian Muhazir Universitas Aisyiyah Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Keywords:

Female journalists, Well-being, Media industry, gender, feminisme liberal

Abstract

This study aims to understand the welfare challenges faced by female journalists in Yogyakarta, including gender inequality, masculine culture, double burdens, and discrimination that affect their psychological, social, and professional conditions. Using descriptive qualitative methods and social reality construction theory and liberal feminism, four female journalists were interviewed through purposive sampling. The results show that despite gender-friendly policies, they still face marginalization, masculine work culture pressures, and double burdens. However, female journalists demonstrate resilience through adaptation, fighting for participation, and professionalism. This study affirms their contribution to the media industry and provides implications for more equitable, safe, and inclusive policies.

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2025-12-19

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Hidayati, W. N., Kusumo, H. J., & Muhazir, A. (2025). The challenges of welfare for female journalists in the media industry (A descriptive study of the experiences of female journalists in Yogyakarta). Proceeding International Conference on Health Science and Technology, 1, 862–870. Retrieved from https://proceeding.unisayogya.ac.id/index.php/proichst/article/view/1581

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