Big Data Analysis on Hate Speech and Misogyny in Four Countries – Bangladesh, Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand
Publication Date: March 31, 2023
Total Pages: 6
Organization: UN Women
Languages: English
Country/Region: Asia Pacific, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand
Topic Area: Gender equality and women’s empowerment, Technology
Year: 2023
Resource Type: Briefs
Abstract
In recent years, the Asia-Pacific region has witnessed rising polarization and strong backlash against gender equality and women’s empowerment. This polarization has been particularly evident in online spaces, especially after COVID-19 lockdowns and related movement restrictions drove more
people into online spaces.
Widening inequalities and ongoing hardships provide fertile ground for continued polarization and the spread of dis- and misinformation that certain groups capitalize on to foment discontent. Some studies have pointed out troublesome connections between inflammatory speech online and violent acts offline, including attacks on women belonging to marginalized and minority groups.
