Unlock the power of academic blogging: Storytelling, tips and tools

Are you ready to share your expertise, connect with a global audience, and build your professional profile? Global Souths Hub Academic Blogging Masterclass is designed to help IR scholars, researchers, and students turn their ideas into impactful blog posts.

Zara Qadir, Founding Editor, and Mira Mookerjee, Editor and Website Curator, will share what they've learnt from a year of running the Global Souths Hub blog, and share some of their research into the world of academic blogging in 2025.

What you’ll learn:

● Demystify academic blogging: Understand why blogging matters, what its impact can be, and how it can showcase your expertise and research.

● Explore digital IR academic landscape: Navigate the world of existing IR and politics blogging platforms to maximise your reach.

● Pitch perfect: Develop strategies to successfully pitch your ideas and tips for launching your own blog

● Craft impactful posts: Discover techniques for transforming complex ideas into accessible, engaging content through storytelling and creative techniques

● Harnessing AI and social media: Explore how artificial intelligence can streamline your blogging process and how social channels can amplify your reach.

Academic blogging is more than just writing — it's a tool to amplify your voice, collaborate with peers and also improve your writing. Whether you're new to blogging or looking to refine your skills, this course will give you actionable insights and techniques to stand out.

Registration will close two hours before the event begins