Social Media, Communities, & Networks Conference 2026: Semester 1

Twitch

The objectification of women on Twitch: How streaming culture can reinforce gender stereotypes towards women

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27/04/2025

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Mayrion Ngu

Abstract Streaming culture is cultivated by numerous members of various online communities formed by similar interests, most common being gaming as gaming and streaming are closely connected. Streamers are able to create a personal space to connect with those who share common interests online. Twitch, a popular online streaming platform which is focused on the…
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Fan Culture

community, discrimination, feminism, gaming, gender, Social Media, Twitch, Women
Toxic by Algorithm: The Hidden Cost of Influencer Culture on Young Men

Posted on

27/04/2025

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pangi

Abstract This paper looks at how content creators on Instagram and TikTok, influence young Australian men’s views on masculinity by promoting toxic ideals and misogynistic messages. In the wider context of identity formation and digital culture, it argues that these platforms often reinforce traditional, dominant forms of masculinity, which can contribute to normalising gender-based power…
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Fan Culture

#onlinenetworksandsocialchange, Advocacy, algorithm, algorithms, Andrew tate, Body Image, BodyImage, change, Communities, Fitness, GenZ, ideals, Identity, Influencers, Instagram, MentalHealth, online conference, online networks, representation, SMCN25, social change, Social Media, tiktok, Toxic Masculinity, Trends, Twitch, Twitter, YouTube