This blog post will focus on interview techniques for Communication for Development, specifically on how two interviews were conducted, and offering a personal reflection on the experience. The theme of the interviews centered on Youth Participation in Community Development, with one interview conducted online and the other in person. For …
According to Holdtein and Gubrium (2011), interviews are not simply a method of extracting knowledge, but rather an interactive event where both interviewer and respondent engage in meaning-making. This perspective aligns well with the purpose of this essay, which is to reflect on the experiences of meaning-making and knowledge constructing …
The following article is a personal reflection on two interviews conducted for a research assignment, stemming from the previous post about the gender gap in humanitarian leadership roles. I explain how first contact was made, what the rapport was during the interviews, the differences between the two, and what learning …
In the previous post, we explored the importance of trauma-informed approach for survivors of crises. But let’s not forget the journalists, often the first responders to these devasting events. These frontline workers, exposed to the traumatic experiences, sacrificed their mental health for the pursuit of timely and impactful news we …
The humanitarian sector is often thought of as a neutral force, dedicated to helping those affected by crises and disasters. Yet behind the scenes, the industry struggles with significant gender imbalance – particularly at a leadership level. This article explores the lack of female representation in this environment and why …
Driven by recent events in my home region, this blog post explores why balanced media coverage is essential for effective humanitarian response in crises, such as the recent floods and landslides in the neighboring country of Bosnia and Herzegovina. On 3 and 4 October, these disasters led to the deaths …
In keeping with our commitment to justice, fairness, and ethical action in humanitarian work as outlined in our Welcome Post, this blog post will introduce a crucial ethical practice in humanitarian communication: the trauma-informed approach. Drawing from my personal experiences with natural disasters, I will explore how this approach can …
As the number of armed conflicts and natural disasters causing humanitarian emergencies continues to rise, the role of humanitarian actors and humanitarians is more crucial than ever. Our blog aims to raise awareness, provide thoughtful insights, and engage a broad audience in discussions on key global challenges—from disaster relief and …
