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International Journal of Media and Communication Research
Published by Universitas Islam Riau
ISSN : -     EISSN : 27221423     DOI : https://doi.org/10.25299/ijmcr
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Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media
International Journal of Media and Communication Research (IJMCR) is a peer-reviewed and indexed journal published twice a year (in January and July) by UIR Press and managed by the Faculty of Communication Sciences, Universitas Islam Riau. The objective of this journal is to provide a forum for Indonesian and worldwide researchers and practitioners to disseminate and promote the empirical research findings, conceptual, philosophical and theoretical debates dealing with a human, applied and mass communication studies. The topics include: Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Communication Group Communication Intercultural Communication Organizational Communication Political Communication Development Communication Corporate Communication Public Relations Health Communication International Communication War, Conflict and Crisis Communication Communication In Tourism And Hospitality Print and Electronic Journalism Film Studies Promotion and Advertising Media Ethics and Law Media, Culture and Society Media and Social Impact Media, Religion and Identity Media and Democracy Social Media and Digital Society
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Social Media as Platforms for Voter Mobilisation and Participation in Nigeria Inobemhe, Kelvin
International Journal of Media and Communication Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): International Journal of Media and Communication Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/ijmcr.v7i1.21920

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In a functional democracy, participation in elections is considered as a duty of citizens. In modern times, social media platforms are powerful tools for communication and there is a growing adoption and utilisation. Ignoring these important platforms as tools for mobilisation could mean excluding a vibrant population who are users of the communication tools. Therefore, this study was conducted to examine the influence of social media as platforms for voter mobilisation and participation during the 2023 election in Nigeria and considered survey as research design also using online channels to administer the questionnaires. Select states of Edo, Delta and Rivers in the South-South region composed of the geographical scope of the study with 548 valid responses received from citizens and voters from the area. Findings demonstrated that social media were influential platforms for voter mobilisation and participation during the election. Findings further showed that various social media platforms such as Facebook, X and WhatsApp were prominently utilised as mobilisation tools and that their use influenced voting decision but not the general voter behaviour as widely found in many social media-related election mobilisation studies. The researchers concluded that though social media are of great influence on voters’ decisions but do not have absolute power on voter behaviour and recommended continuous and sustained use of platforms as mobilisation platforms. The socio-political implication of this study is the usefulness and effectiveness of social media platforms in political mobilisation and participation.
Manufacturing Consent, Legitimizing Power: The Dialectic of Media Discourse in Narrating Sheikh Hasina’s Fall Shaikh, Hasan
International Journal of Media and Communication Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): International Journal of Media and Communication Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/ijmcr.v7i1.25114

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Power is rarely taken in silence but is legitimated in words. In the contemporary power conflicts, Sheikh Hasina’s fall appears not only as a political event but also as a well-narrated spectacle, constructed, distorted, and legitimated through the architecture of media discourse. Drawing on the Propaganda Model, this analysis examines how The Daily Star, Bangladesh’s most prominent English-language newspaper, crafts a regime change narrative through carefully designed rhetorical strategies that mask elite and transnational power interests while shaping public consent. Using the tools of language, it paints regime change not as a messy, bitter rupture, but as a natural and necessary correction. To do this, it systematically mutes the voice of Hasina, while amplifying foreign voices, military figures, and the opposition. This is not an oversight; it is a deliberate choice. The media turns military leaders into democratic heroes and protests into powerful myths, all to make this specific version of events feel inevitable and right. Editorial “flak” emerges not as explicit censorship but as tonal calibration and deliberate sourcing choices, effectively shielding dominant actors from critique. In the end, the study shows a media that has traded its watchdog role for that of a master storyteller, building public consent for a narrative that serves elite interests.
Popularity Trap: Communication Ethic of Indonesia Public Figures on Instagram Irma Purnama sari; Dede L Chaerowati
International Journal of Media and Communication Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): International Journal of Media and Communication Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/ijmcr.v7i1.25325

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Popularity is a double-edged sword for public figures, especially in today’s era of social media. Through social media platforms like Instagram, a public figure can easily increase their popularity through the content or posts they share.  This study focuses on the case of an Indonesian public figure who was accused of defaming a police officer on social media. The incident caused a setback in their life. A public figure usually has a large number of followers on their social media, so any message they share will always attract attention and greatly affect many people. Therefore, when communicating in the virtual world, public figures must pay attention to digital communication ethics. This research uses a qualitative case study approach by collecting data through interviews and digital observation This research is significant because it reveals how digital popularity can become a trap that leads to the downfall of public figures in the era of viral culture. Theoretically, this study enriches the development of communication ethics theory and digital reputation. Practically, the findings are useful for increasing public awareness to be more responsible in the digital space. These findings provide input, especially for social media content creators, to be more careful and wise in delivering their information to the general public, because every action and word in the digital space has consequences or effect
Intrapersonal Communication Driving Childfree Decisions Among Unmarried Indonesian Women Prayoga, Inggar; Junita Triwardhani, Ike
International Journal of Media and Communication Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): International Journal of Media and Communication Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/ijmcr.v7i1.26764

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The phenomenon of being childfree by choice is gaining traction in Indonesia, yet it remains a subject of significant social debate within the country's pronatalist culture. This study investigates the intrapersonal communication dynamics driving the proactive decision-making process of unmarried adult women who voluntarily choose not to have children. Adopting a qualitative research design with a phenomenological approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews and participant observations with five key informants and four supporting experts. The analysis is theoretically grounded in the integration of intrapersonal communication processes with the four phases of proactive decision-making: Intelligence, Design, Choice, and Implementation. The findings reveal that the decision to be childfree is fueled by a complex interplay of "because-motives," such as past exposure to dysfunctional family dynamics, and "in-order-to motives," including the pursuit of professional autonomy and emotional stability. The process initiates with the Intelligence phase, where individuals critically observe marital failures in their immediate environment. Subsequently, in the Design phase, they conceptualize alternative life trajectories that defy traditional gender roles. The Choice phase is characterized by a rational and value-based assessment of long-term financial and emotional risks versus the benefits of personal freedom. Finally, the Implementation phase manifests as a consistent integration of the childfree lifestyle into daily financial planning and social interactions. This study concludes that being childfree is not merely a rejection of parenthood but a profound exercise in self-identity and autonomy, requiring deep reflection to navigate societal expectations.
Interpersonal Communication in Professional and Social Meetings: Exploring Best Practices for Meaningful Human Encounters Chowdhary, Ruchita Sujai; Arun Kumar Sinha
International Journal of Media and Communication Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): International Journal of Media and Communication Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/ijmcr.v7i1.26997

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Interpersonal communication plays a vital role in determining the effectiveness and outcomes of professional and social meetings. Although meetings are a routine part of academic, organizational, and community life, many fail to produce meaningful interaction or productive dialogue. These shortcomings often stem from poor communication practices, rigid hierarchies, unequal participation, and limited empathetic engagement. In the contemporary era of digital distractions and time constraints, the human dimension of meetings is frequently overlooked, negatively affecting collaboration and decision-making. This study examines best practices of interpersonal communication that promote meaningful human encounters in meeting contexts. A qualitative research design was employed, utilizing in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and systematic observations across various professional and social settings. The analysis focuses on verbal exchanges, listening behaviors, non-verbal communication, emotional intelligence, and relational dynamics among participants. Special attention is given to the influence of power relations and communication styles on participation and mutual understanding. The findings indicate that active listening, empathetic responsiveness, respectful communication, and inclusive participation significantly improve trust, cooperation, and collective problem-solving. In contrast, barriers such as dominance by authority figures, inattentiveness, digital multitasking, and dismissive behaviors hinder effective interpersonal engagement. The study highlights the importance of human-centered communication ethics, reflective interaction practices, and emotional awareness in creating more productive meeting cultures. By providing practical recommendations, this research contributes to the understanding of interpersonal communication in organizational and social environments. It offers actionable insights for educators, administrators, professionals, and community leaders seeking to enhance the quality of interaction and relational outcomes in meetings. Strengthening interpersonal communication practices is essential for fostering collaboration, mutual respect, and more meaningful human encounters in both formal and informal meeting contexts.
Political Roasting as Social Criticism: Social Actor Strategies in Kiky Saputri’s Resolusi Indonesia Syahputra, Alviego Fachrul; Yesicha, Chelsy
International Journal of Media and Communication Research Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Media and Communication Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/ijmcr.v7i2.27221

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Previous studies have examined political humor using Fairclough's critical discourse analysis or investigated social actor representation in news discourse through van Leeuwen's framework. However, little attention has been paid to how political roasting on mainstream television constructs social actor representation through the simultaneous use of inclusion and exclusion strategies. More importantly, existing studies rarely explain how these discursive strategies negotiate the tension between political criticism, media institutions, and symbolic power. This study addresses this gap by examining Kiky Saputri's political roasting in Resolusi Indonesia through Theo van Leeuwen's social actor representation framework.This study aims to analyze the social actor representation strategies in the political roasting delivered by Kiky Saputri in the ‘Resolusi Indonesia’ program at Metro Tv. The Focus is on the application of exclusion and inclusion strategies based on Theo van Leeuwen’s social representation theory. This research employed a qualitative method with critical discourse analysis approach, particularly the inclusion and exclusion strategies. Data were collected through documentation of the program’s recordings and analyzed to identify forms of representation and the meanings constructed. The findings show that Kiky Saputri tends to use inclusion strategies to highlight the involvement of the political elite, while employing exclusion strategies to obscure or reduce the legitimacy of that group. These results indicate that political roasting can serve as an effective medium for social criticism, though still bound by mainstream media discourse. This research contributes to political communication studies by offering new perspectives on comedy’s role in shaping public opinion.
Traditional Folk Communication among Upcountry Tamil Community in Sri Lanka Hewage , Galagedarage Thushari Madhubhashini
International Journal of Media and Communication Research Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Media and Communication Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/ijmcr.v7i2.28764

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Traditional folk communication is essential for empowering various communities in Sri Lanka such as Sinhala and Tamil communities since it emerges from the surroundings based on the available resources, socio-cultural, spiritual and religious beliefs, norms, traditions, values and practices. Therefore, the purpose of the study is to investigate the use of traditional folk communication for empowering Upcountry Tamil community in Sri Lanka. The specific objective is to examine the use of traditional folk communication in empowering communities to address struggles, issues and needs in their day-to-day lives. Community Based Communication (CBC) is the main conceptual and theoretical framework of the study. The study used the qualitative approach to obtain data using Focused Group Discussions (FGDs), participatory observation method and interview method. The samples were selected from Nepier Estate, Hali- Ela in Badulla district. The qualitative data were analysed thematically. The results showed that the traditional folk communications were used to find solutions for the day-to-day struggles, issues and needs of the communities such as low income, lack of infrastructure facilities including lack of land rights, poor housing (line rooms), disaster risks such as landslides, childhood marriages, illegal affairs, extramarital affairs, health issues including alcohol/ drugs consumption, family planning, school dropouts, cultural marginalization, post-war challenges etc. Therefore, the findings also showed that the community based traditional folk communication mechanism was successfully used to empower its own communities economically, socially, morally and culturally. In this context, the responsible authorities should find solutions for the challenges faced by the communities.
Discourse Fragmentation of Pesta Babi Documentary Audiences: A Social Network Analysis on YouTube Syah, Ady Adnan; Yusanto, Freddy; Nugroho, Catur
International Journal of Media and Communication Research Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Media and Communication Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/ijmcr.v7i2.28865

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The screening of the documentary film Pesta Babi: Kolonialisme di Zaman Kita (Pig Feast: Colonialism in Our Time) on YouTube in May 2026 triggered thousands of comments from viewers across Indonesia. This study analyzes how conversation patterns formed in the comment section, and specifically whether they constituted a balanced discussion space or instead became fragmented into groups that did not engage in dialogue with one another. Using Social Network Analysis (SNA) through YouTube Data Tools (YTDT) and Gephi, data from 28,328 comments and 5,525 user interactions were mapped into a visual network. The results reveal a very sparse network (density 0.01), divided into 41 disconnected components, with 50 discourse clusters and a modularity score of 0.472. All five of the largest clusters exclusively represented pro-film and pro-Papua discourse, and not a single cluster was found that consistently supported government policy. Even an account that self-identified as a member of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) confirmed the film's truthfulness. Although discourse fragmentation in digital public spheres has been widely studied, no prior research has applied SNA to YouTube comments of indigenous rights documentary films in Indonesia. These findings are interpreted through Habermas's public sphere theory. Rather than serving as an arena for rational and balanced discussion, the YouTube comment section of the Pesta Babi film instead reveals discourse fragmentation that is ideologically consolidated, a condition the researchers characterize as a deliberative illusion.
Indonesian Press Freedom during the New Order Period (1966-1998) Yuwono, Ardi Tri; Sebastian, Andi; Clumpers, Pieter-Jan; Basara, Mustafa
International Journal of Media and Communication Research Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Media and Communication Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/ijmcr.v7i2.29410

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This study examines the dynamics of press freedom in Indonesia during the New Order period (1966–1998) and identifies factors influencing its fluctuations. Using historical methods with a qualitative approach, this research draws on press statistics and literature studies. The New Order government initially established control through mass purges of communist-affiliated press and a strict licensing system. In the early 1970s, the press enjoyed relative openness in criticizing policies, but this ended after the 1974 Malari Incident, which led to twelve media closures. The regime subsequently reinforced control through a corporatist approach and “telephone culture,” which institutionalized self-censorship. The 1980s marked the press’s shift from a tool of struggle to a commercial enterprise, characterized by media conglomerates and Suharto’s family involvement. In the 1990s, press courage reemerged with coverage of the 1991 Santa Cruz Tragedy, while the 1994 banning of Tempo, Editor, and Detik triggered widespread resistance and the birth of the Alliance of Independent Journalists, enabling the press to freely criticize the government by the regime’s end.
Naturalizing Culture: An Analysis of Human and Nature Communication in Peatland Management in Pelalawan Regency Novriyanto, Bambang; Naini, Albert Muhammad Isrun
International Journal of Media and Communication Research Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Media and Communication Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/ijmcr.v7i2.29790

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Peatlands are ecologically sensitive and highly flammable ecosystems. This study analyzes human-nature communication in forest and peatland management in Teluk Meranti District, Pelalawan Regency, Riau Province, Indonesia, within the framework of a sustainable economy. The region is characterized by extensive peatlands with significant potential for agriculture and plantation development. However, unsustainable land clearing practices, particularly burning, pose serious environmental risks. Using a qualitative approach and a case study method, this research investigates how local communities interpret natural signs and apply traditional ecological knowledge in managing forests and peatlands. The study is guided by Donal Carbaugh’s concept of Naturalizing Culture, which emphasizes the integration of cultural practices with environmental stewardship. Findings reveal that land burning remains a traditional method of land preparation, but it is governed by local norms such as staged burning, the construction of firebreaks, and crop diversification to preserve ecological balance. The use of intercrops such as pineapples, areca nuts, and vegetables emerges as a strategic approach to sustainable economic development. This study underscores the development of a human-nature communication model that harmonizes local wisdom with environmental stewardship, providing a strategic approach for sustainable peatland management

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