The Success Story of the 3rd International Conference on Media Science and Digital Communication 2023 (MSDC 2023)
The Success Story of the 3rd  International Conference on Media Science and Digital Communication 2023 (MSDC 2023) held from 16th – 17th November in fully virtual  platform. MSDC 2023 was organized under the theme “Creating a Community of Shared Future: Exploring Media Science and Digital Communication Innovations.” The conference was organized by The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM), Sri Lanka. The conference united diverse researches and case studies from all over the world, in parallel sessions while offering many networking and publishing opportunities. Moreover, the conference welcomed 150+ Academics, Researchers, Scholars, Activists Industry Leaders and Professionals from 30+ 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 and from 50+ different universities across the globe.
Inauguration Ceremony

The opening remarks of MSDC 2023 were made by the Conference Convener. Mr. Isanka P Gamage (Co-Founder & Managing Director – The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM), Sri Lanka) and the Conference Chair Professor Dr. Wang Changsong (Head of the Department of Journalism and Advertising, Xiamen University Malaysia).

The keynote speakers were Professor Louisa Shu Ying Ha , ( The School of Media and Communication at Bowling Green State University, U.S.A.) , Professor. Ma Dong Hoon (Korea University School of Media & Communication, Graduate School of Media & Communication, Korea) and Associate  Prof. Asawin Nedpogaeo (The National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) in Bangkok, Thailand).

The plenary speakers were Professor  Kevin Naidoo (Acting Deputy Dean of Research, Innovation, and Internationalisation, University of Zululand, South Africa) and Assistant Prof. Prachi D. ,Faculty of Media and Communication, Vishwakarma University, India).

Conference Program

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Book of Abstracts

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RESOURCE PERSONS

Conference chair

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wang Changsong

Department of Journalism and Advertising,

Xiamen University Malaysia, Malaysia.

Keynote Speaker

Prof. Louisa Shu Ying Ha

The School of Media and Communication
Bowling Green State University
Ohio, U.S.A

Keynote Speaker

Assoc. Prof. Asawin Nedpogaeo

Assistant to NIDA President for Corporate Communication
Director, Doctoral Program in Communication Arts and Innovation
Graduate School of Communication Arts and Management Innovation
National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA)

Keynote Speaker

Professor. Ma Dong Hoon

Korea University School of Media & Communication
Graduate School of Media & Communication
Korea

Plenary Speaker

Prof. Kevin Naidoo

Acting Deputy Dean of Research, Innovation, and Internationalisation
University of Zululand
South Africa

Plenary Speaker

Assistant Professor Prachi D.

Faculty of Media and Communication
Vishwakarma University
Pune, Maharashtra
India

Participants from over 30 Countries

MSDC 2023 brought together over 150 participants from more than 50 universities around the world, including from: Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, South Africa, Indonesia, Thailand, China, Egypt, UAE, Sri Lanka, Nigeria, Pakistan, Canada and USA among the many nations represented. The Conference provided an opportunity for participants to share their valuable knowledge from various perspectives. This conference had the representation of almost every continent and region from across the world and provided a global platform to share views and ideas in the fields of Media Science and Digital communication, as well as to network with international colleagues.

Technical Sessions

MSDC 2023 comprised seven (5) Technical Sessions and one Poster Sessions. The Technical Sessions were under the below themes:

  • Media in knowledge management and education
  • Media literacies, media business, and politics
  • Critical and cultural studies
  • Digital culture and communication
  • Social media and communication technology

SPECIAL EVENTS

WORKSHOP 01

Title: “Designing Winning Stories- Design Thinking for Irresistible and Inclusive Storytelling”

Dr. Emilia King
Co-founder + Executive Director, Pink Moon Studio Inc.
Assistant Professor – Communication and Digital Media Studies
Ontario Tech University
Canada

WORKSHOP 02

Title: "Unveiling the Power of Representation: Examining Media's Portrayals of Race, Gender, Sexuality, and Disability"

Assistant Teaching Professor Jared Bahir Browsh
University of Colorado Boulder
USA

PUBLICATION WORKSHOP

Title: “Preparing Your Manuscript for Successful Submission: Best Practices and Pitfalls to Avoid”

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wang Changsong

Department of Journalism and Advertising,
Xiamen University Malaysia, Malaysia.

Session Chairs of MSDC 2023
  • Prof. Dr Ahadzadeh Ashrafsadat, Xiamen University Malaysia
  • Professor Dr. Wang Changsong ,Head of the Department of Journalism and Advertising, Xiamen University Malaysia
  • Professor Dr. Ayesha Ashfaq, University of the Punjab, Lahore Pakistan
  • Prof. Lenis Aislinn C. Separa, , Faculty Researcher, Research Management Office ,Polytechnic University of the Philippines Bataan Branch
  • Avashni Moonasamy, University of Zululand, South Africa
  • Peter Egielewa, Edo State University Uzairue Edo State, Nigeria
  • Aleena Tan Poh Ling, Department of Advertising,Xiamen University Malaysia
  • Judith Buhle Dlamini, University of Zululand, South Africa
Evaluation Panel Members of MSDC 2023
  • John N Ponsaran, Development Studies Program University of the Philippines Manila
  • Dr. Savera Mujib Shami, University of the Punjab,India
  • Professor Dr. Wang Changsong ,Head of the Department of Journalism and Advertising, Xiamen University Malaysia
  • Assistant Professor Dr Prasana Rosaline Fernandez, Xiamen University Malaysia
  • Ramir Philip Jones V Sonsona, Department of Teaching Languages & Special Education,
    University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines
  • Roderick Evans Bartolome, Far Eastern University Philippines
  • Assistant Professor Dr Jeyasushma A/P Veeriah, Xiamen University Malaysia
  • Ratna Roshida Ab Razak, University Putra Malaysia
  • Hari Krishna Behera, Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC),India
  • Assistant Professor Dr. Kun Sang, Department of Advertising,Xiamen University Malaysia
  • Assistant Professor Dr Kwok Wai Jing, Department of Advertising ,Xiamen University Malaysia
Reviewing Committee of MSDC 2023
  • Assistant professor Dr. Tan Poh Ling, Department of Advertising, Xiamen University Malaysia
  • Assistant professor Dr. Kun Sang, Department of Advertising, Xiamen University Malaysia
  • Prof. Lenis Aislinn C. Separa, Faculty Researcher, Research Management Office
    Polytechnic University of the Philippines Bataan Branch
  • Ramir Philip Jones V Sonsona ,Department of Teaching Languages & Special Education, University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines
  • A. Halûk YÜKSEL,Communication Sciences Faculty Anadolu University Eskisehir TÜRKİYE
  • Nia Kurniasih, Hum,Humanities Research Group Faculty of Arts and DesignInstitut Teknologi Bandung,Indonesia
  • Ratna Roshida Ab Razak (PhD), Department of Government and Civilization Studies Faculty of Human Ecology ,Malaysia
  • John N. Ponsaran, Development Studies Program University of the Philippines Manila
  • Yeni Rosilawati, Communication Studies Yogyakarta Muhammadiyah University, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
  • Assistant professor Dr. Kwok Wai Jing, Department of Advertising, Xiamen University, Malaysia
  • Miral Sabry AlAshry,Vice Dean at Future University , Egypt
  • Dr. Savera Mujib Shami,Department of Digital Media School of Communication Studies,University of the Punjab, India
  • Alan Bhekisisa Buthelezi, University of Zululand KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Hari Krishna Behera Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC), India
  • Roderick Evans Bartolome, FEU Learning Journey Faculty, Institute of Arts and Sciences – Department of Communication, Far Eastern University Philippines
  • Peter Egielewa, Department of Mass Communication,Edo State University Uzairue Edo State, Nigeria
  • J. B Dlamini, Department of Communication Science Richard Bay Campus,University of Zululand , South Africa
  • Prof. Dr Ahadzadeh Ashrafsadat,Xiamen University Malaysia Malaysia
  • Prof. Dr. Prasana Rosaline Fernandez,Xiamen University Malaysia Malaysia
  • Prof. Dr. Jeyasushma A/P Veeriah,Xiamen University Malaysia Malaysia
  • Nur Atikah A Rahman,Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
  • Rani Ann Balaraman,Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
  • Prof. Dr. Li Zhan, Xiamen University, China
  • Chen Yiming, Jinan University, China
  • Kang Hongzhe, Xi’an Polytechnic University, China
  • Prof. Dr. Anna Agustina, Universitas Pancasila, Indonesia
  • Prof. Dr. Bhargavi D Hemmige, Jain University, India
  • Prof. Dr. Fahad Mahmood, University of the Punjab, Lahore Pakistan
  • Prof. Dr. Ayesha Ashfaq, University of the Punjab, Lahore Pakistan
  • Prof. Dr. Shazia Ismail Toor, University of the Punjab, Lahore Pakistan
  • Madiha Maqsood, University of the Punjab, Lahore Pakistan

OFFICIAL PARTNERS

Hosting Partner

The International Network of Media and Communication (INMC)

Hosting Partner

Department of Journalism and Advertising, Xiamen University, Malaysia

Academic Partner

Faculty of Communication Studies, Padjadjaran University,
Indonesia

Academic Partner

Department of Development Communication,
School of Communication Studies, University of Punjab, Pakistan

Academic Partner

Durban University of Technology, South Africa

Academic Partner

Department of Communication Science, University of Zululand, South Africa.

Academic Partner

Telkom University,
Indonesia

Academic Partner

Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology, Malaysia

Media Partner

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Creative Partner

Sri Lanka Handicrafts Board (Laksala)

Tour Partner

Globeenjoy

Organized By

The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM)