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Hate speech against women on social media: Case study analysis in Asia
Xin Li
University of Sydney,City Road, Darlington New South Wales,Sydeny,2008, Australia
DOI: https://doi.org/10.59429/esp.v9i12.3220
Keywords: Hate speech, Gender inequality, Social media, Digital environments, Asia
Abstract
Social media has become a critical environment for the proliferation of gender-based hate speech, deeply influenced by cultural norms and systemic inequalities. This study examines hate speech against women in China, Japan, and other Asian countries through a comparative case study approach, focusing on legal, cultural, and technological factors. Findings highlight inadequate legal protections, normalized misogyny, and weak platform governance as key contributors. Cases such as the “pink-haired girl” in China and Shiori Yamao in Japan demonstrate the psychological and social impacts of online hostility. The study calls for gender-sensitive policies, public awareness, and platform accountability to foster safer digital environments.
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