• Insight Pt. 2: Activist Nile Blass, A Study on the Impact of News Reporting of Firearm Violence

  • Feb 7 2025
  • Length: 29 mins
  • Podcast

Insight Pt. 2: Activist Nile Blass, A Study on the Impact of News Reporting of Firearm Violence

  • Summary

  • I speak with Dr. Jessica H. Beard, a trauma surgeon, researcher, and advocate for ethical reporting on gun violence. Dr. Beard, an Associate Professor of Surgery at Temple University and Director of Trauma Research, discusses her groundbreaking study on harmful news reporting of community firearm violence (CFV). Her research highlights how media coverage can exacerbate trauma and perpetuate racial disparities. We explore the role of journalism in shaping public perception and how evidence-based reporting can drive meaningful change.
    🔗 Learn more: PCGVR | Temple Health | Dr. Beard on BlueSky

    First, I’m joined by Nile Blass, a dedicated community organizer and political strategist with a passion for youth engagement and social equity. A Georgetown alumna, Nile has worked at the intersection of grassroots organizing and policy strategy, helping individuals and communities build power through advocacy and relational organizing.As we navigate a pivotal political moment—from ongoing confirmation hearings to executive orders and national events—Nile shares insights on what this time demands from us and how everyday people can engage in effective opposition

    .🔗 Follow Nile Blass:
    • Bluesky: @backwardriver.bsky.social
    • LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nblass
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