Deborah has led impactful research at the nexus of discourse and outcomes, particularly in the (mis)representation of global poverty. Since 2022, Deborah has co-led a study analysing the ethics of storytelling and visual representation within the humanitarian sector. Over 1000 images from 37 INGOs have been analysed, unveiling visual framing of global poverty across various marketing formats.
She brings an interdisciplinary lens to humanitarian communications bridging research, practice, and advocacy. A distinguished alumna of the Commonwealth Scholarship programme, Deborah holds a Master’s degree in Media and International Development (with distinction) from the University of East Anglia, and is undertaking doctoral research at University of Liverpool.
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Charity representations of distant ‘others’ in direct mailouts: time for a rethink?
Analysis of hundreds of images from nine British INGOs’ direct mailouts suggests visual priorities in this area still need addressing.