Communication ETDs

Publication Date

Spring 5-13-2023

Abstract

This thesis examined the role of social media activism in ensuring good water and sanitation in Ghana. The study conducted a thematic analysis of Facebook posts (403) from March 2020 to December 2022 and found seven themes on how social activists are presenting issues concerning water and sanitation in Ghana. The study also found outcomes of the activism and also found theoretical implications of activism on social media usage in Ghana.

Language

English

Keywords

water, sanitation, sub-Saharan Africa, attitudes, social media, activism

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Communication

Level of Degree

Masters

Department Name

Department of Communication and Journalism

First Committee Member (Chair)

DAVID WEISS

Second Committee Member

ILIA RODRIGUEZ

Third Committee Member

TAMAR GINOSSAR

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