Dispatches from the Margins
This is where my stories meet science - and where I’m learning to connect both. Like the scribbled notes in the margins of a well-worn journal, these are the thoughts, stories, and insights I’ve gathered through academic life and research with historically marginalised communities affected by armed conflict, violence, and disasters - and the ways climate change deepens these crises. As I learn and practice the art of science communication, I’ll break down my latest research, share field stories from my travels, insights from academic life, and explore the resilience, survival, and hope that unfold in the margins of global health.
What I Wish Every Public Health Student Knew Before Graduation
When I finished my studies, I assumed there was a clear path: get good marks, land a job, make a difference. But the reality is rarely that straightforward. Public health is …
Peace and Health: Why These Two Concepts Are Inseparable
We often think of peace and health as separate aspirations—one the domain of diplomacy and policy, the other of medical care and hospitals. But when you step back and look at the world through a public health lens, it becomes …
5 Must-Read Novels and Their Insights into Health and Humanity
While global health often brings to mind statistics and policies, at its core, it's about people—individuals and communities navigating illness, trauma, and healing. Fiction offers …
Vale Dr Jo Durham.
Jo Durham was my lecturer, advisor, and friend. Recently, Jo passed away unexpectedly.
I still remember my first class with her – Health and Development. It felt like coming home, like I’d finally found my place in the world. Jo …
