An Analysis of Cultural Heritage News after the Kahramanmaraş Earthquakes in the Context of Framing Theory
An Analysis of Cultural Heritage News after the Kahramanmaraş Earthquakes in the Context of Framing Theory

Summary/Abstract: In this study, we analyze the representation of cultural heritage in Turkish media following the devastating earthquakes on 6 February 2023, which struck Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye and impacted 11 provinces. This research focused on the portrayal of cultural heritage newswithin the context of framing theory, aiming to examine how historical artifacts and sites were discussed in the media post-earthquake. We employed content analysis to review 158 articles from three major newspapers (Cumhuriyet, Milliyet, and Yeni Şafak), selected for their diverse ownership and ideological perspectives. In the analysis, we explored various aspects such as the presentation style, framing techniques, use of visual materials, and the actors featured in the news. Findings highlight the frames used by the media, including responsibility, event impact, human interest, and economic perspectives, revealing differing narrative approaches based on the newspapers’ editorial policies. The results underscore the media’s role in shaping public awareness, the decline in coverage over time, and the lack of international engagement in preserving cultural heritage. The study offers insights into the media’s social responsibility in highlighting the preservation and restoration of cultural assets, emphasizing the need for sustained sensitivity beyond disaster events.

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