The Science for Humanitarian Emergencies and Resilience Student Cohort is split across five universities, and covers a wide range of research topics related to natural…
Collaborating to Convene
23/09/2019
The Global Guide to Research Impact
Caroline started her PhD at the University of Birmingham in January 2018, and is investigating actionable knowledge for disaster risk reduction, looking at the role of collaborative governance in enhancing community resilience. Caroline holds a BA (Hons) in English literature and American studies from Liverpool John Moores University, a nMA in post-1900 literatures, theories and cultures from the University of Manchester, and an MA in environment and development from Lancaster University. She has worked alongside conservation NGOs in Annapurna Conservation Area in Nepal, and conducted research as part of a project funded by Lancaster Environment Centre's Seed Fund, collecting preliminary data in the Bangladesh Delta exploring the implementation and cohesion of cyclone-resistant housing projects in rural villages.
Website: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/people/dr-students/index.aspx
🗞️ How we tell stories matters.
Our latest blog reflects on Patrick Gathara’s critique of humanitarian storytelling—and how media narratives can uphold the very power structures aid aims to dismantle.
🔍 Big questions:
🧩 Should journalists rethink the stories they tell about crisis?
🧩 Can media and humanitarians work together ethically?
A thoughtful read for anyone passionate about:
🌍 Decolonising aid
📰 Ethical journalism
📣 Amplifying local voices
🔗 Link in bio to read the full blog!
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🧠✨ How do we turn research into real change for children?
@unicefinnocenti has been leading the way with their Methodological Briefs—practical guides for making evidence count.
This week #R2ARecommends Brief 6 which looks at evidence synthesis—a smart way to bring together insights from multiple studies to shape better policies and programs.
Check it out via the link in our bio 🔗
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📣 Want your research to make a real impact?
Start by involving your audience early—they’ll help you ask the right questions.
This week, #R2ARecommends a must-read blog from @researchimpactacademy 👇
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