I. Introduction This master’s thesis represents study of female newspaper and magazine editors in Azerbaijan based on Western and Soviet definitions of journalism with explanation of local national features of this p

Main research question

What types of female editors in regard to professional standards exist in Azeri printed newspapers and magazines?

Secondary questions:

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  How do the female editors perceive ethical self-regulation in journalism?
  

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  What are the stances of female editors towards journalistic professional organizations?
  

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  Do female editors use ethical codes to solve ethical dilemmas?
  

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  How female editors perceive their influence in Azerbaijani society?
  

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  Is there difference between ethical approaches of female and male editors in Azerbaijan?
  

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  Do female editors in Azerbaijan experience any differences between them and their male colleagues?