Universität Leipzig: Centre

The Research Centre

How can interpersonal and mass media communication and information technologies be utilised in such a way that they generate and promote lasting social change and development in society?

Proposition and Aims

We investigate interpersonal and mass media communication means and structures - communication as technology, channel and instrument. The goal is to generate and promote social change in society.

Focus

In accordance with the central terminology of development communication the research centre wants to establish three focus areas: participation, empowerment and mediation.

Team

The research centre is made up of an operational team, management and two members of staff. In addition, we will appoint an advisory body that will meet annually to evaluate the activities.