We've published Depictions, Perceptions and Harm, following a major review into gender stereotyping in advertising.

Our new report provides an evidence-based case for stronger regulation of ads that feature stereotypical gender roles or characteristics which might be harmful to people, including ads which mock people for not conforming to gender stereotypes.

Check out our short video with Ella Smillie, Project Lead, for an overview of why we conducted the research and what we learnt. Plus, be sure to read:

Depictions, Perceptions and Harm - the full report

 

Depictions, Perceptions and Harm - summary report

 

additional information and appendices

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Additional Information

Here you'll find information in support of the research and the report that we've produced:

Depictions, Perceptions and Harm - summary report

 

Annex A FINAL International and European Legislation and Rules

 

Annex B Seminar Attendees

 

Qualitative Research for Gender Stereotyping in Advertising - Report

 

Qualitative Research for Gender Stereotyping in Advertising - Appendix

 

ASA news: publishing our research