Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
@drrebeccapointer.bsky.social
#autonomist #autistic #socialjustice #decolonisation #antigender #relationshipanarchy #Deleuze #Guattari
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Currently working on vaccine communication, alternative food systems, & trans advocacy.
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8303-5772
🇿🇦 🇵🇸 🇸🇩 🇨🇩
Currently working on vaccine communication, alternative food systems, & trans advocacy.
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8303-5772
Pinned
#socialjustice #politicalcommunication
My latest (open access) article.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Analysis identified extent to which key frames were useful to build solidarity (logic of membership) and/or challenge the status quo in inner-city Johannesburg (logic of influence).
My latest (open access) article.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Analysis identified extent to which key frames were useful to build solidarity (logic of membership) and/or challenge the status quo in inner-city Johannesburg (logic of influence).
#socialjustice #politicalcommunication
My latest (open access) article.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Analysis identified extent to which key frames were useful to build solidarity (logic of membership) and/or challenge the status quo in inner-city Johannesburg (logic of influence).
My latest (open access) article.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Analysis identified extent to which key frames were useful to build solidarity (logic of membership) and/or challenge the status quo in inner-city Johannesburg (logic of influence).
November 22, 2025 at 10:58 AM
#socialjustice #politicalcommunication
My latest (open access) article.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Analysis identified extent to which key frames were useful to build solidarity (logic of membership) and/or challenge the status quo in inner-city Johannesburg (logic of influence).
My latest (open access) article.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Analysis identified extent to which key frames were useful to build solidarity (logic of membership) and/or challenge the status quo in inner-city Johannesburg (logic of influence).
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Join us for our final lunchtime #readinggroup, where we’ll explore Wickman, Prain, and Tytler’s approach on how aesthetics and affect shape meaning-making in research and practice. #Imidibaniso #SciComm | @drrebeccapointer.bsky.social
September 23, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Join us for our final lunchtime #readinggroup, where we’ll explore Wickman, Prain, and Tytler’s approach on how aesthetics and affect shape meaning-making in research and practice. #Imidibaniso #SciComm | @drrebeccapointer.bsky.social
The more you fight foreigners the more the billionaires win.
September 20, 2025 at 5:52 PM
The more you fight foreigners the more the billionaires win.
#ScienceCommunication #vaccines
Latest publication providing insight into the weaknesses of WHO & Dept of Health (South Africa) vaccine communication strategies that allow misinformation to thrive.
Supported by @Imidibaniso.bsky.social
www.frontiersin.org/journals/com...
@whowpro.bsky.social
Latest publication providing insight into the weaknesses of WHO & Dept of Health (South Africa) vaccine communication strategies that allow misinformation to thrive.
Supported by @Imidibaniso.bsky.social
www.frontiersin.org/journals/com...
@whowpro.bsky.social
September 19, 2025 at 8:59 AM
#ScienceCommunication #vaccines
Latest publication providing insight into the weaknesses of WHO & Dept of Health (South Africa) vaccine communication strategies that allow misinformation to thrive.
Supported by @Imidibaniso.bsky.social
www.frontiersin.org/journals/com...
@whowpro.bsky.social
Latest publication providing insight into the weaknesses of WHO & Dept of Health (South Africa) vaccine communication strategies that allow misinformation to thrive.
Supported by @Imidibaniso.bsky.social
www.frontiersin.org/journals/com...
@whowpro.bsky.social
Reminder of this webinar coming up at 1pm SAST today!
#MedicalMisinformation: Dr Stevens is unfortunately not able to join us at the upcoming webinar. We are delighted to have Constance Mathe, National Coordinator of the Asijiki Coalition. Please register for this informative panel: rb.gy/u6sj2g | @drrebeccapointer.bsky.social x @cantonites.bsky.social
September 5, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Reminder of this webinar coming up at 1pm SAST today!
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
#MedicalMisinformation: Dr Stevens is unfortunately not able to join us at the upcoming webinar. We are delighted to have Constance Mathe, National Coordinator of the Asijiki Coalition. Please register for this informative panel: rb.gy/u6sj2g | @drrebeccapointer.bsky.social x @cantonites.bsky.social
September 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
#MedicalMisinformation: Dr Stevens is unfortunately not able to join us at the upcoming webinar. We are delighted to have Constance Mathe, National Coordinator of the Asijiki Coalition. Please register for this informative panel: rb.gy/u6sj2g | @drrebeccapointer.bsky.social x @cantonites.bsky.social
September 2, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
Join us for the last session on debunking myths about sexual health in South Africa, where we explore the vital role journalists play in shaping a fact-based, inclusive narrative: rb.gy/u6sj2g. #MedicalMisinformation #Imidibaniso #SciComm | @drrebeccapointer.bsky.social x @cantonites.bsky.social
August 29, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Join us for the last session on debunking myths about sexual health in South Africa, where we explore the vital role journalists play in shaping a fact-based, inclusive narrative: rb.gy/u6sj2g. #MedicalMisinformation #Imidibaniso #SciComm | @drrebeccapointer.bsky.social x @cantonites.bsky.social
Hi everyone! I’m seeking a new role and would appreciate your support. If you hear of any opportunities, please let me know.
💼 I’m looking for Lecturer and Researcher roles in the field of media and social justice communication
🌎 I’m open to remote roles or in Cape Town and surrounds.
💼 I’m looking for Lecturer and Researcher roles in the field of media and social justice communication
🌎 I’m open to remote roles or in Cape Town and surrounds.
August 27, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Hi everyone! I’m seeking a new role and would appreciate your support. If you hear of any opportunities, please let me know.
💼 I’m looking for Lecturer and Researcher roles in the field of media and social justice communication
🌎 I’m open to remote roles or in Cape Town and surrounds.
💼 I’m looking for Lecturer and Researcher roles in the field of media and social justice communication
🌎 I’m open to remote roles or in Cape Town and surrounds.
Nothing as beautiful as Western Cape flowers in the spring ... at Columbine Nature Reserve in Titiesbay.
August 23, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Nothing as beautiful as Western Cape flowers in the spring ... at Columbine Nature Reserve in Titiesbay.
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You know this is one of my beefs these shows, which have zero interest in examining how those fortunes were made
Everyone’s just rich! The exploitation that made it possible is invisible
Everyone’s just rich! The exploitation that made it possible is invisible
So many who were in railroads or mines.
FYI, a lot of the families who have streets named after them in NYC were involved in the transatlantic slave trade.
FYI, a lot of the families who have streets named after them in NYC were involved in the transatlantic slave trade.
August 4, 2025 at 9:32 PM
You know this is one of my beefs these shows, which have zero interest in examining how those fortunes were made
Everyone’s just rich! The exploitation that made it possible is invisible
Everyone’s just rich! The exploitation that made it possible is invisible
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
France, Great Britain, and Canada's recognition of a Palestinian state might matter someday. But, as usual, the Palestinians won't get any immediate help from Europe, much less from North America, in stopping the Gaza genocide now.
mondoweiss.net/2025/08/u-s-...
#Palestine #Israel
mondoweiss.net/2025/08/u-s-...
#Palestine #Israel
U.S. and Europe play games with a Palestinian state while Israel starves Gaza
France, Great Britain, and Canada’s recognition of a Palestinian state might matter someday. But, as usual, the Palestinians won’t get any immediate help from Europe, much less from North America,...
mondoweiss.net
August 2, 2025 at 1:00 AM
France, Great Britain, and Canada's recognition of a Palestinian state might matter someday. But, as usual, the Palestinians won't get any immediate help from Europe, much less from North America, in stopping the Gaza genocide now.
mondoweiss.net/2025/08/u-s-...
#Palestine #Israel
mondoweiss.net/2025/08/u-s-...
#Palestine #Israel
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
It's apparently a problem if Canadians have TikTok because the Chinese government might see their dance moves, but no one bats an eye when Canadians' health data is stored on US-owned servers and subject to American laws. www.cbc.ca/news/health/...
Canadians' health data at risk of being handed over to U.S. authorities, experts warn | CBC News
Canadians' electronic health records need more protections to prevent foreign entities from accessing patient data, according to commentary in the Canadian Medical Association Journal.
www.cbc.ca
August 2, 2025 at 1:47 AM
It's apparently a problem if Canadians have TikTok because the Chinese government might see their dance moves, but no one bats an eye when Canadians' health data is stored on US-owned servers and subject to American laws. www.cbc.ca/news/health/...
The system needs to be dismantled but poor people "abusing" it in the meantime is not an issue.
But no, the single mom who has difficulties making ends meet are the problem 🙄
#anticapitalism #eattherich #feedthepoor #antifascism #antifa #anarchism #socialism #activism
#anticapitalism #eattherich #feedthepoor #antifascism #antifa #anarchism #socialism #activism
August 2, 2025 at 10:48 AM
The system needs to be dismantled but poor people "abusing" it in the meantime is not an issue.
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
Some wild accusations from conspiracy theory struck off nurse here.
At what point does she get charged for false allegations?
There are good doctors and paramedics being dragged through the mud all because of misinformation and lies.
share.google/cfWew5kEAir9...
At what point does she get charged for false allegations?
There are good doctors and paramedics being dragged through the mud all because of misinformation and lies.
share.google/cfWew5kEAir9...
Mum of woman who refused chemo accuses paramedics of killing her - BBC News
Kate Shemirani also denied influencing her daughter's refusal of conventional cancer treatment.
share.google
August 2, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Some wild accusations from conspiracy theory struck off nurse here.
At what point does she get charged for false allegations?
There are good doctors and paramedics being dragged through the mud all because of misinformation and lies.
share.google/cfWew5kEAir9...
At what point does she get charged for false allegations?
There are good doctors and paramedics being dragged through the mud all because of misinformation and lies.
share.google/cfWew5kEAir9...
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
Haven't been hearing Enough
About Chump and Epstein lately....
About Chump and Epstein lately....
August 2, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Haven't been hearing Enough
About Chump and Epstein lately....
About Chump and Epstein lately....
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
"Everyone telling me I'm wrong is proof that I'm right."
Famous bald proverb
Famous bald proverb
August 2, 2025 at 10:32 AM
"Everyone telling me I'm wrong is proof that I'm right."
Famous bald proverb
Famous bald proverb
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‘The threat is from leaders who are “walking versions of the dark triad” – narcissism, psychopathy and Machiavellianism – in a world menaced by the climate crisis, nuclear weapons, artificial intelligence and killer robots.’
‘Self-termination is most likely’: the history and future of societal collapse
An epic analysis of 5,000 years of civilisation argues that a global collapse is coming unless inequality is vanquished
www.theguardian.com
August 2, 2025 at 7:31 AM
‘The threat is from leaders who are “walking versions of the dark triad” – narcissism, psychopathy and Machiavellianism – in a world menaced by the climate crisis, nuclear weapons, artificial intelligence and killer robots.’
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
And on what is to be done: vapid platitudes.
August 1, 2025 at 2:46 PM
And on what is to be done: vapid platitudes.
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
Here's another thing you can't blame on internet/porn accessibility: A major new "meta-analysis of research on pornography concluded that porn use does not predict problems with porn, but that religiosity does." www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wome...
Science Stopped Believing in Porn Addiction. You Should, Too
Research finds that porn-related problems are predominantly caused by religious conflict. Clinically, this means people need help, but not necessarily with the porn.
www.psychologytoday.com
July 31, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Here's another thing you can't blame on internet/porn accessibility: A major new "meta-analysis of research on pornography concluded that porn use does not predict problems with porn, but that religiosity does." www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wome...
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
As famine spreads, 58 Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire while seeking aid in Zawayda. Over 60,000 have died in Gaza since 7 October. UN confirms famine is unfolding.
#GazaFamine
#GazaFamine
August 1, 2025 at 2:48 PM
As famine spreads, 58 Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire while seeking aid in Zawayda. Over 60,000 have died in Gaza since 7 October. UN confirms famine is unfolding.
#GazaFamine
#GazaFamine
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
The real number is far higher than that.
But even just 1 person murdered while queuing for Food should see Israel disarmed and sanctioned into oblivion.
Our politicians are aiding War Criminals and that makes them War Criminals too.
But even just 1 person murdered while queuing for Food should see Israel disarmed and sanctioned into oblivion.
Our politicians are aiding War Criminals and that makes them War Criminals too.
August 1, 2025 at 2:48 PM
The real number is far higher than that.
But even just 1 person murdered while queuing for Food should see Israel disarmed and sanctioned into oblivion.
Our politicians are aiding War Criminals and that makes them War Criminals too.
But even just 1 person murdered while queuing for Food should see Israel disarmed and sanctioned into oblivion.
Our politicians are aiding War Criminals and that makes them War Criminals too.
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Better late than never.
Thank you, Brazil. 👏
Thank you, Brazil. 👏
July 30, 2025 at 6:43 AM
Better late than never.
Thank you, Brazil. 👏
Thank you, Brazil. 👏
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
Join our Theory in Science Communication reading group to explore disinformation and the post-truth era with insights from Achiam, Jontes, and Skapin. Contact us for details and reading material. #Imidibaniso #SciComm | @drrebeccapointer.bksy.social
July 29, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Join our Theory in Science Communication reading group to explore disinformation and the post-truth era with insights from Achiam, Jontes, and Skapin. Contact us for details and reading material. #Imidibaniso #SciComm | @drrebeccapointer.bksy.social
Reposted by Dr Rebecca Pointer she/they
The balance of public opinion is against abortion being legal in only one state, Arkansas.
www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...
www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...
July 14, 2025 at 5:22 PM
The balance of public opinion is against abortion being legal in only one state, Arkansas.
www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...
www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...