Expertise

Research Interests: Global Communications and Social Change, Media Activism and Social Justice, Gender

Keya's research interests are founded in critical cultural studies where she focuses on the intersection of international communication, media activism, gender and social justice, especially in the Global South.


Grounded in communication and critical cultural studies, her research examines how media can serve as a tool for socio-political change, particularly in the Global South. More specifically, her work explores the intersections of civic engagement, comedy, and social movements.

Dr. Saxena specializes in qualitative methods and has worked on research projects in Peru, Ghana, India, Colombia and the US. 

Past Affiliations

Doctoral Student, Department of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Social Sciences Division, College of Arts and Sciences, University of Oregon (past)

Doctoral Student, School of Journalism and Communication, University of Oregon (past)

Degrees
PhD, University of Oregon, Communication & Media Studies, 2025
MA, University of Oregon, Media Studies, 2017
MA, Jamia Millia Islamia, Development Communication, 2015
BA, University of Delhi, Journalism, 2013