Urban spaces comprise the physical dimension of the environment as well as the social, cultural and political dimensions that intersect with diverse human experiences. In recent past, more attention has been drawn to challenges of improving urban spaces in pursuance of the sustainable development goals including clean water and sanitation, affordable and clean energy, industry, innovation and infrastructure. However, the growing connections of urban space issues with gender issues have not taken due consideration of media influences and impact on research and policies on urban space creation, re-creation and preservation across countries. This study entails how living in towns and cities shape and affect societal expectations, behaviours and roles associated with different genders. Additionally, it expands debates on the roles of media forms (such as films, news, advertising, digital platforms and social media) in shaping public perceptions and attitudes toward contexts in urban spaces. From different innovative interdisciplinary perspectives, this session is interested in understanding the narratives, representations and realities behind media and gender complexities. We also seek to unpack how gender understanding and media systems shape policy and decision making for sustainable urban spaces.