By Tony Connelly

Discussions surrounding this year’s Oscars have been dominated by the fact that the nominees are predominantly white males and the lack of female role models could have long term effects on society and the progress of women, according to new research.

Global research from the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media and J. Walter Thompson Company looked at how female role models impact the lives of women around the world.

The survey of 4,300 women reported that 90 per cent of women globally feel that female role models in film or TV are important. Around 61 per cent of respondents said Read full story ›

Source: The Drum