Polished and incredibly connected MA professional with a stellar 15 year record of managing international hybrid newsrooms and communication programmes... A ‘media diplomat’ with the editorial gravitas to earn global audience trust and the leadership attributes to manage, yet work within a team.
— Mary Holland Scholar (Ireland) — Steve Biko Scholar (Zambia)
Instilled exceptional practice based skills in students (undergrad and postgrad) while breaking down complex research
Enhanced writing by introducing poetry in lesson plans; drawing commendations from peers and students
Persuaded skeptical colleagues to infuse International Mandela Day into curriculum by demonstrating the striking nexus between Journalism, Democracy and Development
Successfully ushered in 'Digital Storytelling' concept
Negotiated sustainable partnerships with local community organizations
Completed dissertation on: The language the BBC used to frame 'Operation Cast Lead' – Israel's War on Gaza (2008-2009)
Offered broader perspectives on political activity; unpacking the impact of policy beyond the formal framework of formal institutions
Innovative approach to WSSD 2002 coverage led directly to some 100 families (12 babies) being sheltered, clothed and fed
Dedicated Nelson Mandela and foreign heads of state correspondent
Executive Producer on the African Connection Rally – 22 day, 11 country odyssey which began at Africa’s northernmost point in Tunisia and ended at Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of the continent
Advanced Writing and Reporting International Finance and Microeconomics Journalism in a Globalised World Critiquing Development and Human Rights International Media Law and Ethics Digital and Social Media