Sign in

Steven Youngblood

@peacejournalism.bsky.social
38 followers 74 following 21 posts

East-West Center project coordinator; Center for Global Peace Journalism founder; Peace Journalist magazine editor; 27 year professor; media development professional

PostsRepliesMedia
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
New column: How do we as peace journalists empower indigenous journalists and communities to tell their own stories? Substack: open.substack.com/.../amplifyi.... Blogspot: stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com
000
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Hunger reporting gets a boost with a new tool from the World Food Programme. Will it improve reporting about worldwide food insecurity? New: Substack- tinyurl.com/2sdneyku Blog- stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com @wfp.org #peacejournalism #foodsecurity #hunger
tinyurl.com
Hunger reporting gets boost with new tool
Will this improve reporting about world hunger?
000
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Last Call for Papers: The Peace Journalist magazine wants your article for our June edition. We're looking for pieces about peace journalism research and projects--anything with a strong peace and media angle. The DEADLINE IS MAY 4. Details: stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com
000
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Call for Papers: The Peace Journalist magazine wants your article for our June edition. We're looking for pieces about peace journalism research and projects--anything with a strong peace and media angle. Details: stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com #peacejournalism
001
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Is the #IranWar‌ really 'epic?' Are Iranians 'bloodthirsty thugs?' Is Iran's comatose nuclear program an 'existential threat' to the US? Analysis--On media, war, and language stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com #peacejournalism
000
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Candace Avalos @candaceavalos.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Just another day as an elected official 🙃
The what a lovely day on the internet— good Lord meme with a comment from a random poster that says do Portland and its citizens the favor and just kill yourself
4612
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
John Lis 🇺🇦 @jjlis.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
“I can say that my son died because of aid cuts. If doctors had support, my child would be alive.” A reminder that cuts to USAID have nothing to do with saving money. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/24/o...
nytimes.com
Opinion | The Lives and Money We Are Wasting
719071
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
On #InternationalPeaceDay (or a few days later), I'm worrying about an intractably polarized U.S. My thoughts: stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com Also-Previewing two big upcoming projects @eastwestcenter.bsky.social .
010
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
Important discussions in #Palau about #peacejournalism, #socialmedia. Also, dopey presenter oblivious to VIP in the room! Details: stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com
010
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
Making my debut on #Palau Wave Radio, discussing my peace journalism project here and previously in #Guam. Thank goodness the host was there to liven things up. More- stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com #peacejournalism
010
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
I admit, it's stunningly beautiful, but that doesn't mean I won't be working hard teaching journalists, students, and others in #Guam and #Palau. Really. New blog: "It's hard job, but..." stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com
000
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 09/08/2025
Study: Three influential newspapers are neutral in covering nuclear weapons saber-rattling. Do these sterile discussions represent #PeaceJournalism? Do journalists have a responsibility not to normalize nuclear weapons? Analysis: stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com
000
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
"#PeacePhotography uses photography to capture, foster and shape peace and dialogue. It harnesses images and the process of image-making to illustrate, amplify, and nurture peace." Peace Photography: A Guide tinyurl.com/3yfeu3yr #PeaceJournalism
tinyurl.com
000
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
Insightful column by @petertcoleman1.bsky.social discusses the dynamics of #peace; & media's role in sustaining peace by prioritizing narratives and stories that "exemplify positive reciprocity and constructive intergroup interactions." pc84.medium.com/a-radical-ne... #PeaceJournalism
pc84.medium.com
A Radical New Science of Peace
Peter T. Coleman
000
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
We know that words have a powerful impact, but what about images? Can photography contribute to peace and conflict transformation? My new article piggybacks on a recent piece from the always insightful @sharedfuture.news : stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com #PeaceJournalism
000
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
These myopic cuts threaten democracy, and American standing, across the globe. www.alliancemagazine.org/blog/usaid-j...
alliancemagazine.org
USAID journalism funds to disappear ‘potentially for good’, study warns - Alliance magazine
USAID cuts have wreaked havoc on media and journalism. So much so, ‘the vast majority of this funding will disappear – potentially for good,’ from 2025 and beyond.  That’s the stark warning from a fir...
001
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
I'm honored to call MPV my colleagues and friends!
010
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
Inspirational #peacejournalism advocate Gloria Laker Adiiki Aciro is awarded the #LuxembourgPeacePrize. I was honored to introduce Gloria. More on the ceremony, and why Gloria is so richly deserving-- stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com @uni.lu #luxembourgpeaceprize
000
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
The Last Mile with USAID @thelastmilewithusaid.substack.com · 29/06/2025
They aren’t just dismantling an agency—they’re dismantling lives. A USAID officer breaks the silence on the lies, the collapse, and the betrayal of America’s moral engine. This is what sabotage looks like from the inside. 👇 thelastmilewithusaid.substack.com/p/they-came-...
thelastmilewithusaid.substack.com
They Came for Us: A Dispatch from the Wreckage of USAID
A Foreign Service Officer Speaks Out on the Collapse of America’s Moral Engine—and What It Means to Be Left Behind
411151
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
The possible demise of The #FulbrightProgram and other international exchange programs will undermine U.S. interests around the world, making the country less secure, less respected, and less prosperous. New- stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com #StandForFulbright
stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com
Peace Journalism Insights
000
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Global Investigative Journalism Network @gijn.org · 18/06/2025
Pre-existing hunger in a country in conflict has a high possibility of being weaponized, meaning that starvation and famine often constitute war crimes against civilians. This new chapter of GIJN's Reporter’s Guide to Investigating War Crimes digs deeper: twp.ai/9PTnBc
twp.ai
gijn.org
Investigating War Crimes: Starvation
0114
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Mark Jacob @markjacob.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Right-wing media are pushing the false narrative that the LA protests are a full-scale riot. But Jennifer Schulze says: “I haven’t been able to find a single local LA news outlet that agrees with the ‘riot’ characterization.” @newsjennifer.bsky.social
jenniferschulze.substack.com
Protests or riots? Right wing media is spreading Trump propaganda. Again
LA protests reinforce need for credible news coverage, better media owners
1122176
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
ProPublica @propublica.org · 11/06/2025
Tear gas can cause long-term health consequences by making people more susceptible to contracting respiratory illnesses, including COVID. The chemical agent can also hurt people inside their homes if it seeps into residential neighborhoods. What you need to know (published 2020):
propublica.org
Tear Gas Is Way More Dangerous Than Police Let On
In the middle of a respiratory pandemic, law enforcement agencies have used tear gas in especially dangerous ways. The chemical agent also seeps into homes, contaminates food, furniture, skin and…
6233201836
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Are #India-#Pakistan journalists spreading hate and divisiveness, or adopting a #peacejournalism approach? Two articles: 1. Considering the consequences of our reporting stevenyoungblood.blogspot.com 2. Amid violence, India-Pakistan journalists spread goodwill tinyurl.com/32vaw694
000
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Ankit Panda @nktpnd.bsky.social · 10/05/2025
I'll just take this moment to point out that the US Institute of Peace, just a few weeks ago, contained one of the finest concentrations of US expertise on India and Pakistan, and crisis management in South Asia.
119127493582
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Global Investigative Journalism Network @gijn.org · 11/05/2025
The Kurt Schork Memorial Fund is accepting submissions for its 2025 awards in international journalism. The winners of the 3 award categories – for freelance journalists, local reporters & news fixers – receive a $5,000 prize. Deadline: June 15. twp.ai/9PSaQ7
013
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
No better way to celebrate #worldpressfreedomday than discussing #peacejournalism with my peacebuilding colleagues at Aaghaz-E-Dosti in #India.
000
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
WeRateDogs @weratedogs.com · 24/04/2025
This is Tuna. You have once again taken him to the vet instead of the park. Fool him once, shame on you. Fool him twice, even more shame on you. 13/10 (IG: tunathekahuna)
a brown and white bulldog puppy sits on a counter. the computer monitor, pamphlets and model of an animal skull in the background tell us he's in a vet's office. the puppy is hunched over and begrudgingly looking over at you with an expression of disdain.
778340932302
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 25/04/2025
At least 12 civilians are reported killed and 90 injured following Russian missile and drone attacks on Kyiv. These were among the deadliest strikes on the Ukrainian capital since July 2024.
38850
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Alt NIH Bluesky 🧪 @altnih4science.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Really good point. These are cuts to research into cures for cancer and Alzheimer’s. And Trump is doing them to corrupt universities and end free speech and free thought. They want to force in conservative ideas that have lost in a free marketplace, and use cancer money to do that
222751
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
StrictlyChristo 🇺🇦🌻 @strictlychristo.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
Two headlines in the New York Times today.
Two NYT headlines stating the WH wants to promote more childbearing and the EPA is ending testing for chemicals that hurt children.
13723065810506
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
The Guardian @theguardian.com · 19/04/2025
Harvard shows resistance is possible. But universities must join forces | Jan-Werner Müller
theguardian.com
Harvard shows resistance is possible. But universities must join forces | Jan-Werner Müller
Far too many academics are repeating propaganda about a ‘free speech crisis’. It’s time for a shared strategy
645994
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Global Investigative Journalism Network @gijn.org · 19/04/2025
💻 Gathering Evidence & Documents in Conflict & War Zones: A #MENA Case Study 🗓️ May 9 ⌚️10 AM EDT In this GIJN webinar, an expert panel will explore how investigative journalists can document human rights abuses in war zones, with a focus on methods. twp.ai/9PRsLr
twp.ai
gijn.org
GIJN Webinar: Gathering Evidence and Documents in Conflict and War Zones — A MENA Case Study
001
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Mindy S @ontheseid.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
USAID Voice of America USIP Americorps NIH CDC Library funding Arts funding All gone. In less than 100 days. Anything that showcased the humanity and goodwill of the US is gone. Along with empathy and the capacity to feel shame.
11211
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
@NewsJennifer (Jennifer Schulze) @newsjennifer.bsky.social · 12/04/2025
Oh youtu.be/kkz9HI75R2c
youtu.be
The Birds (1963) - Crows Chase Children Scene | Movieclips
YouTube video by Movieclips
1151
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Peter Matjašič @petermat.bsky.social · 12/04/2025
“Independent journalism is not just about informing the public - it’s the bedrock of democracy, social cohesion, and civic trust in Europe. But it’s under siege.” This is an insight from the JVP whitepaper we launched yesterday in Perugia @journalismfestival.com Check out the 5 recommendations💪‼️
053
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Global Investigative Journalism Network @gijn.org · 09/04/2025
If you are a journalist in exile or a foreign reporter based in Germany and you're grappling with mental health problems (stress, anxiety, burnout etc.) this @netzwerkrecherche.org helpline is for you! ✏️ Just write an e-mail to helpline@nrch.de and receive an answer in English.
022
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
A/ProfJake @profjake.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Mind Over Murder #booksky #writingcommunity review by Gloria Laker: "An unforgettable novel that fuses investigative intrigue with psychological depth": pjfeastafrica.wordpress.com/2025/04/02/m...
pjfeastafrica.wordpress.com
Mind Over Murder: A Riveting Blend of Crime, Psychology, and the Power of Peace Journalism
Step into the World of the Father of Peace Journalism Mind Over Murder is the latest novel by Jake Lynch, co-written with Annabel McGoldrick. A masterful storyteller and the pioneering force b…
032
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Nieman Reports @niemanreports.org · 07/04/2025
🔔 A coalition of national student media advisory organizations has issued a rare alert to student journalists, revising long-standing guidance on journalistic practices in light of what it calls an “unprecedented” threat to free speech on campuses across the U.S. niemanreports.org/student-jour...
niemanreports.org
Journalism Advisory Organizations Issue Rare Alert to Student News Outlets - Nieman Reports
Student media advisors modify long-standing advice in the wake of ‘unprecedented’ threats to student speech
01416
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
The new Peace Journalist magazine is out! This edition features insightful articles from #Uganda, #Pakistan, #Madagascar, #NorthernIreland, #Kosovo, #Ghana, and #Milwaukee! Link: tinyurl.com/49ps75ev #PeaceJournalism @EastWestCenter @SharedFuture @makingpeaceviz @TheMFWA
tinyurl.com
Peace Journalist April 2025 | PDF | Northern Ireland | Pakistan
The April 2025 edition of The Peace Journalist magazine features reports on an innovative refugee media project in Uganda, and other initiatives in Pakistan, Madagascar, and elsewhere.
000
Reposted by Steven Youngblood
Shared Future News @sharedfuture.news · 06/11/2024
With @AGK_AJK we're excited to announce the launch of a new series of articles from a #peacejournalism exchange project between participants in #Kosovo and #NorthernIreland. Look out for our set of 10 co-authored pieces on Reporting on a Troubled Past — comparing and contrasting…
011
Steven Youngblood @peacejournalism.bsky.social · 06/04/2025
My first post. Interests include #media development, #peacejournalism. I edit a magazine, The Peace Journalist, and conduct trainings around the world. Looking forward to the conversation!
000