Event Title:
Killing Us Softly: Advertising’s Image of Women
A Presentation by Jean Kilbourne
Event Date & Location:
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Cowles Library Reading Room, Drake University
4:30 – 6:00 PM | Includes Reception
Tickets: $25
About the Event:
Join the Chrysalis Foundation for an eye-opening conversation with Jean Kilbourne, the renowned author and creator of Killing Us Softly. A pioneer in media literacy and public health, Kilbourne has spent decades exposing how advertising reinforces harmful gender stereotypes, distorts body image, and impacts women’s self-worth.
In this compelling presentation, Kilbourne will explore how the media shapes cultural perceptions of women—and what we can do to change the narrative.
This event is perfect for:
- Advocates for gender equity
- Students and educators in media, communications, and women’s studies
- Professionals in PR, marketing, and nonprofit leadership
- Parents, mentors, and community leaders passionate about youth empowerment
Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of the most influential voices in media criticism.
About Jean Kilbourne:
Jean Kilbourne is an internationally recognized author, speaker, and media critic. She is the creator of the groundbreaking Killing Us Softly film series, which has been instrumental in raising awareness about the representation of women in advertising. Through her research and advocacy, she has helped shape the national conversation on gender, media, and public health.