Sinead Barry on Muck Rack

Sinead Barry

(She/Her)
France, Germany, Iraq
Covers:  Climate, peace and security Armed group recruitment Post-conflict transitions Gender and displacement West Asia (particularly Iraq, Syria, Yemen)
Climate security @adelphi_berlin | Post-conflict reintegration @impactres_org | Sometimes journalism

Interview

What was your first job as a journalist?

First published story covered mayonnaise flavoured ice cream released in Scotland - still waiting to try it

Have you ever used a typewriter?

No, although my (lack of) tech skills might seem like I have

How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?

"Witty, daring, just" (remaining hopeful on this one)

Who do you wish followed you?

Climate denialists, hard security fanatics and everyone

Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

Ran the policy journal in my master's degree and a human rights journal in my undergrad!

What's your favorite drink?

Cold water, hot tea, club mate, glass of wine - depending on my level of under- / over-caffeination

When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?

Enjoying Berlin with friends or with a good book

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