Stephanie Blenckner, Communications Director @ SIPRI - Leading Global Communication in an Era of Misinformation

In this episode of the Executives, I sit down with Stephanie Blenckner, Communications Director at SIPRI. From marine biology to high-stakes diplomacy, Stephanie shares what it means to lead with integrity, manage geopolitical narratives, and foster peace in a polarized world.🎯 What You’ll Learn:How facts shape peacebuilding in the age of disinformationThe power of silent diplomacyEngaging Gen Z on global peace and strategyLeadership lessons from two decades at SIPRI⏱️ Chapters00:30 Stephanie Blenckner, Communications Director at SIPRI01:17 Stephanie’s Career Pivot from Marine Biology02:16 Stephanie’s experience in Communications03:14 Weird food combination Stephanie likes05:06 What Is SIPRI & Why It Matters?07:00 Explaining Peacebuilding to Gen Z12:34 Communication Challenges in Diplomacy14:49 Stephanie’s normal day at work in SIPRI16:25 Lessons from 16 Years at SIPRI28:23 Reaching Policymakers and Media28:23 Navigating Credibility in a Misinformation Age39:15 Collaborating with Journalists & Stakeholders41:41 Crisis Communication at SIPRI45:45 Social Media Strategy for Peace Messaging51:50 Advice for Careers in Global Communication56:54 Final Thoughts on Hope & Human-Centered LeadershipAbout StephanieStephanie Blenckner is the Communications Director at SIPRI (Stockholm International Peace Research Institute), where she has led global strategy and outreach for over 16 years. With a background in natural sciences and a deep focus on diplomacy, she works at the intersection of peace, public engagement, and strategic communication, translating complex security issues for global audiences.📢 Connect with StephanieLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-blenckner-12bab6b/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sipriorg/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sipri.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sipriorg X (Twitter): https://x.com/SIPRIorg SIPRI: http://www.sipri.org/ 📢 Connect with Majid Mahmood:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/majid-m/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/majidmofficial/X (Twitter): https://x.com/majidmofficialFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/majidmpageMajid M : https://www.majidm.com 📢 Find the Executives on Social Networks:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-executives-a-dialogue-with-majid/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/theexecutivespodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexecutives_podcast/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theexecutives_podcast