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Association: Name: Midwest Political Science Association 67th Annual National Conference URL: http://www.indiana.edu/~mpsa/
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Garcia Iragorri, Alexandra. and Obregon, Rafael. "THE ROLE OF MEDIA FRAMING IN STRENGTHENING DEMOCRACY AND CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS: AN ANALYSIS OF PUBLIC DISCOURSES ON DENSITY AND ABILITY OF CIVIL SOCIETY GROUPS" Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Midwest Political Science Association 67th Annual National Conference, The Palmer House Hilton, Chicago, IL, <Not Available>. 2009-11-10 <http://www.allacademic.com/meta/p361664_index.html>

Garcia Iragorri, A. and Obregon, R. "THE ROLE OF MEDIA FRAMING IN STRENGTHENING DEMOCRACY AND CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS: AN ANALYSIS OF PUBLIC DISCOURSES ON DENSITY AND ABILITY OF CIVIL SOCIETY GROUPS" Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Midwest Political Science Association 67th Annual National Conference, The Palmer House Hilton, Chicago, IL <Not Available>. 2009-11-10 from http://www.allacademic.com/meta/p361664_index.html

Publication Type: Conference Paper/Unpublished Manuscript Abstract: Democratic consolidation has been linked to the construction of a strong civil society. New studies suggest that when dealing with civil society it is important to determine not only its density but also its ability to participate in policy-making. In addition, groups and associations claim that, through media support, they are better able to consolidate their actions and impact in their social context. Drawing from agenda setting; and framing theories we explore the degree to which the media contributes to this process through a discourse that reflects the density and/or ability approach. Using content analysis from print media in Barranquilla, Colombia – a city that reflects key dimensions of Colombia’s civil conflict - from 2000 to 2006, focal groups with media representatives, and interviews with leaders of civil society groups and associations, we seek to identify recommendations for improved media coverage and policy recommendations for groups and associations that will strengthen civil society organizations' contribution to democracy in developing countries faced with social and political unrest.

Civil Society’s Role in Mitigating the Health Effects of Prolonged Periods of Armed Conflict: Bridging the Gap between Political Science Research and Public Health Analysis is Essential for Healthy Living during Civil War Periods

Reassessing the Role of Civil Society Organizations in the Spanish Transition to Democracy

An Analysis of Public Perceptions of How Media and NGOs Contribute to Civil Society in Croatia