Opinion
Regular opinion pieces on charity storytelling, media insights and more.
What does the UK public really think about shifting power?
August 10, 2026
What does the UK public really think about shifting power?
When Shifting the Power asked the UK public who should lead international development, the answers suggested that genuine localisation is not only possible, but desirable, writes Ayesha Farah, Senior Comms and Advocacy Manager at Comic Relief.
Gaza is no longer headline news. But the suffering continues
July 07, 2026
Gaza is no longer headline news. But the suffering continues
Since the ceasefire announced in October 2026, Gaza has slowly faded from the headlines. But as Dr Mohammed Abu Mughaisib from MSF writes here, whilst the media coverage may have fallen, the suffering has not stopped.
KHARTOUM – the making of a film
June 03, 2026
KHARTOUM – the making of a film
KHARTOUM is an extraordinary love poem to a city and its people. As its creative director Phil Cox writes, its innovative approach was born out of a response to war and a rejection of the way in which the media usually tells stories about conflict in Africa.
Charities Are Using AI Images. Most Haven’t Told Anyone.
May 18, 2026
Charities Are Using AI Images. Most Haven’t Told Anyone.
AI tools are everywhere, but charities are still largely unaware of the risks and the obligations around artificial-imagery, writes Emma Bracegirdle
Is the BBC meeting its international news remit – and why should we care?
April 27, 2026
Is the BBC meeting its international news remit – and why should we care?
IBT’s latest research, looking in detail at the content of TV’s flagship news bulletins, has revealed an alarming decline in the quantity and range of international stories, with serious implications for international NGOs wishing to use television to reach mainstream audiences. Professor Martin Scott, one of the report authors, explains.
Six key truths about co-creation
March 16, 2026
Six key truths about co-creation
Many NGOs from the Global North are starting to embrace co-creation as a way of shifting power back to communities. But, as Ruth Mileham from Peace Direct writes, there is no one-size-fits-all model of co-creation. Co-creation requires embracing discomfort, uncertainty and, ultimately, human connection.
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