The GMDC is a physical and virtual resource centre based in Johannesburg, South Africa, with linkages throughout Southern Africa and across the globe. The Centre envisions media that is diverse, ethical and responsive to the current needs of women and men. Traditionally the media has reinforced gender and racial stereotypes, which has proved disempowering. The Centre advocates, represents and creates media that is fair, unbiased and professional, and encourages women and men to empower themselves by critically engaging with the various forms of media around them. The GMDC achieves this by facilitating the collection, connection and dissemination of information and resources relating to gender, media and diversity. The Centre also collaborates on research, education and training through links with various partners.

How

The GMDC's virtual resources include: Searchable databases of information resources, VRC clippings, the GL Opinion and Commentary service; Photo library; Cyber dialogues; Online discussions; Online networks and communities of practice; Online training;  Electronic bulletin board; An electronic help desk; and links to community platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and the GMDC Blog.  The physical resources include: A library and resource centre at the Gender Links offices; Lectures, Dialogues and seminars; a media diversity journal; systematic exchanges of publications. Training and capacity resources include:IT training; Information on existing courses, including on-line training offered by members of the consortium; Training materials and tools collected from training institutions and organizations available in physical and electronic forms; Innovative learning methods including the use of interactive technologies such as web-casting; Student exchanges and internship possibilities.

	Specific objectives include to:
			Promote more analytical, responsive and contextual journalism. Develop and share a body of knowledge on gender and media diversity. Publicise the work of media scholars, students and practitioners. Provide resources that makes the links between media theory and practice. Create a space for participatory discussion and debate on gender and media diversity. Develop north-south and institutional partnerships with strategic organisations. Become a centre of excellence on new approaches and fresh thinking

The GMDC's target users are: Trainers and training institutions Media practitioners Researchers Students Gender and media activists Regional and international organisations

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Contact:

9 Derrick Avenue
Cyrildene, 2198
Johannesburg
Republic of South Africa

Email: gmdcmanager@genderlinks.org.za
Phone: + 27 (0) 11 622 2877
Fax: + 27 (0) 11 622 4732