Communication for Development

Theory and Practice for Empowerment and Social Justice (3e)

By: Srinivas R. Melkote, H. Leslie Steeves

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Paperback | 26 March 2026

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564 Pages

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"This book critically examines directed social change theory and practice while presenting a conceptual framework of development communication to address inequality and injustice in contemporary contexts."

Communication for Development: Theory and Practice for Empowerment and Social Justice, Third Edition features comprehensive updates and revisions, incorporating the latest research and practices in media and communication for development. It examines empowerment and social justice for individuals and communities worldwide within the context of globalization. The book traces the history of development communication, offering a balanced analysis of various approaches and their proponents. It also introduces a new chapter presenting the authors' framework, emphasizing empowerment and social justice as key objectives for development communication in the 21st century. This book reinforces the legacy of its earlier editions, namely, Communication for Development in the Third World (1991 and 2001), as a crucial resource for development communication courses globally.

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