This paper investigates the portrayal of migrants and migration in Czech media and society. A quantitative content analysis of major Czech media outlets (2015-2018) examined the salience of migration and the frames used. Focus groups with Czech citizens explored their perceptions of migrants, migration, and media coverage. Findings reveal exaggerated and predominantly negative media representations, fixated on Middle Eastern migrants as terrorists unlikely to integrate. The study highlights a social construct where individuals coming to work and perceived as culturally similar are excluded from the 'migrant' category.
Publisher
Humanities and Social Sciences Communications
Published On
Jul 06, 2022
Authors
Monika Gabriela Bartoszewicz, Otto Eibl
Tags
migration
Czech media
media representation
public perception
negative framing
Middle Eastern migrants
cultural integration
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