September 20, 2025International Political Sociology

Female Fighters and Male Vulnerabilities. Gendered Depictions in Ukraine’s Visual Narrative of the Russia-Ukraine War

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Visual portrayals of female soldiers challenge traditional civilian roles, suggesting new narratives of resilience.
Images of male soldiers illustrate vulnerability, juxtaposing bravery with fragility and emphasizing acts of sacrifice.
These depictions underscore Ukraine’s narrative as a defender of liberal democracy against autocratic Russia, enhancing gender inclusivity in wartime communication.
The findings reveal the complexities of integrating modernity and inclusivity within established societal norms during the conflict.

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This analysis reveals how gender roles are depicted in Ukraine’s visual narrative of conflict, highlighting masculinity’s vulnerabilities while portraying women as resilient defenders.

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Dueck et al. (2025) studied this question.

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This analysis reveals how gender roles are depicted in Ukraine’s visual narrative of conflict, highlighting masculinity’s vulnerabilities while portraying women as resilient defenders.

Female Fighters and Male Vulnerabilities. Gendered Depictions in Ukraine’s Visual Narrative of the Russia-Ukraine War

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Female Fighters and Male Vulnerabilities. Gendered Depictions in Ukraine’s Visual Narrative of the Russia-Ukraine War

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