Global Stories Told From an Individual Perspective

The Hidden Superpower of Kindness

In a world flooded with indifference and cruelty, kindness stands out as a remarkable superpower just waiting to be unleashed. Imagine this: what if every act of kindness could spark real change? Every intentional gesture, whether it’s a warm smile or a thoughtful deed, can break through the shadows of neglect and brighten the lives of those who need it most. These small but powerful moments of compassion not only lift others’ spirits but also elevate our own hearts.

Guantanamo’s Injustice Grinds On

Exactly ten years ago, I spent a week at the notorious Guantanamo Bay for Human Rights First, observing court hearings for five men accused in connection with the September 11, 2001, attacks on the United States.

Pronouns Are Dangerous

Demagoguery is alive and well. Thriving, even. Heads of state and other leaders around the world are making easy political hay by demonizing groups they claim have caused their followers all manner of harm.

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The Humanitas Media Commitment

Humanitas Media shines brightly as a source of hope and a strong advocate for equality. It is more than just our goal; it is our heartfelt duty to craft stories that are fair, compassionate, and free of bias.

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Why I Started Humanitas Media

During my husband’s final days of life, he looked at me with tears in his eyes and thanked me for protecting his dignity. It had been three long years of struggle; I was

Tell a Story. Change a Life.

Stories are how we’ve always made sense of the world. They’ve carried our truths, shaped our cultures, and connected us across distance and difference. At Humanitas Media, we believe that stories still hold that power—especially when they center the people and experiences too often left out.
 
If you have a story to tell, we’d love to hear from you.

Allen Peacock

Allen Peacock worked for a quarter century as one of the leading editors in American book publishing. Books he acquired and published won the Pulitzer Prize, the National Book Award, the PEN/Faulkner Award, among others. He worked with writers as diverse and renowned as Salman Rushdie, Robert Coover, Robert Olen Butler, Ann Beattie and MacArthur Award winners Joanna Scott and William Gaddis. He graduated from Harvard University with a degree in English & American Literature.