Anna Gjika
Assistant professor of sociology at the State University of New York at New Paltz. Her research explores the relationships between gender, violence, youth, and technology.
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Jun 18, 2025 • 52min
Anna Gjika, "When Rape Goes Viral: Youth and Sexual Assault in the Digital Age" (Univ of California Press, 2023)
Anna Gjika, an assistant professor at SUNY New Paltz, discusses the intersection of youth, gender, and technology in her work. She highlights alarming trends in teen sexting, cyberbullying, and digital sexual violence. Gjika emphasizes the importance of understanding peer cultures rather than just monitoring behavior. She explores how digital platforms shape perceptions of sexual assault and victimization, advocating for comprehensive sexual education and open conversations around ethics and consent in the digital age.
Jun 18, 2025 • 52min
Anna Gjika, "When Rape Goes Viral: Youth and Sexual Assault in the Digital Age" (Univ of California Press, 2023)
In this engaging conversation, Anna Gjika, an assistant professor of sociology at SUNY New Paltz, sheds light on youth and sexual assault in the digital age. She discusses how incidents like sexting scandals reflect deeper societal norms and power dynamics. Gjika advocates for understanding digital cultures rather than mere surveillance. The discussion explores the complexities of victim identities and the challenges institutions face in addressing youth sexual violence, emphasizing the need for comprehensive education on digital ethics.
