Missing White Woman Syndrome
Words: 768 Pages: 3 1140Introduction Missing White Woman Syndrome (MWWS) refers to the media's tendency to disproportionately cover cases of missing white women compared to those of other races, genders, or socioeconomic statuses. This phenomenon not only reflects societal biases but also exacerbates them by shaping public perception and influencing resource allocation in law enforcement. The term was popularized by journalist Gwen Ifill, who highlighted the disparity in media coverage of missing persons. The implications of MWWS are profound, as they underscore a systemic […]