De-westernizing Political Communication: Why? How?

Abstract

This article addresses the need for de-westernizing political communication studies, emphasizing the integration of non-Western perspectives to challenge the dominance of Western scholarship. It highlights the epistemological and methodological disparities between the Global North and South, particularly the limited engagement with Global South research in Western academia. It proposes steps towards inclusivity, including forming global research partnerships and diversifying academic structures. Achieving this goal requires a collective, strategic effort to broaden the field's scope and embrace global diversity.