Expert commentary on humanitarian crises & global policy

Context-aware analysis – Commentary grounded in real world and on the ground realities, not just policy positions. Drawing on direct experience during major emergencies across every region of the world.

Human-centred framing – Analysis that connects policy decisions to real lives, individual stories and the impact on the people most affected, particularly children and vulnerable communities.

Calm, authoritative delivery – Clear, measured communication suitable for breaking news, panel discussions and in-depth analysis formats.

Media-ready availability – Experienced in rapid turnaround for breaking news, comfortable with live broadcast formats and able to provide background briefings for journalists developing stories.

Crisis response

• The impact of natural disasters and emergency response
• How exposure to conflict and war affect people's lives and how aid groups provide support
• Protection of children, women and other vulnerable groups in conflict and crises

Regional crises

• Middle East, including Syria, Yemen, Palestine, Libya, Lebanon
• Africa including Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, DRC and the Sahel
• Other major humanitarian crises including Ukraine, Myanmar, Venezuela, and others
• Tomorrow's crisis - with direct experience working on response in every region of the world, Joe is well placed to provide immediate insight into unfolding disasters

Humanitarian issues

• Children affected by conflict and disaster
• The global displacement, migrant and refugee crises
• Famine, disease, and public health emergencies
• The climate crisis and extreme weather, including floods, droughts, cyclones and hurricanes

Behind the scenes

• How aid gets delivered (and why it doesn't)
• What international organizations actually do
• The human impact of policy decisions