About Olivia Kestin

Olivia Kestin is a Photo Editor for Global Citizen. She studied Political Science and Journalism at George Washington University, with an emphasis on Photojournalism. Previously she covered domestic and international news as a Photo Editor with MSNBC.

Stories

  1. Feature: The 3rd Annual Latin American Foto Festival Focuses on COVID-19, Inequality, and Resilience
    FeatureCitizenship

    The 3rd Annual Latin American Foto Festival Focuses on COVID-19, Inequality, and Resilience

    By Olivia Kestin  and  Erica Sanchez|July 28, 2020

    The best photographers in Latin America are displaying their work. Read more

  2. Feature: These Gorgeous Photos of Indigenous Life Are Helping Communities Fight COVID-19
    FeatureHealth

    These Gorgeous Photos of Indigenous Life Are Helping Communities Fight COVID-19

    By Joe McCarthy  and  Olivia Kestin|July 9, 2020

    “Creative and artistic outlets are vital to imagining new ways of moving forward.” Read more

  3. Feature: Protest in Pictures: What the Fight for Racial Justice Looks Like Around the World
    FeatureCitizenship

    Protest in Pictures: What the Fight for Racial Justice Looks Like Around the World

    By Olivia Kestin  and  Leah Rodriguez|June 16, 2020

    Demonstrations in solidarity with George Floyd grew into an international movement. Read more

  4. Feature: 12 Important Moments in the History of Climate Action: In Photos
    FeatureEnvironment

    12 Important Moments in the History of Climate Action: In Photos

    By Olivia Kestin,  Helen Lock  and  Pia Gralki|June 5, 2020

    Young people have pioneered climate action over decades and they aren’t letting COVID-19 stop them. Read more

  5. Feature: 9 Ways Past Health Crises Have Shaped the Response to COVID-19
    FeatureHealth

    9 Ways Past Health Crises Have Shaped the Response to COVID-19

    By Joe McCarthy  and  Olivia Kestin|May 28, 2020

    From contact tracing to pop-up hospitals, past health crises have helped us tackle the current pande Read more

  6. Feature: The Navajo Nation's Lack of Clean Water Has Fueled a COVID-19 Crisis
    FeatureWater & Sanitation

    The Navajo Nation's Lack of Clean Water Has Fueled a COVID-19 Crisis

    By Joe McCarthy  and  Olivia Kestin|May 22, 2020

    “We need water.” Read more

  7. Feature: The Brave Faces on the Frontlines of the COVID-19 Crisis
    FeatureHealth

    The Brave Faces on the Frontlines of the COVID-19 Crisis

    By Olivia Kestin  and  Meg Black|April 16, 2020

    These photos showcase essential workers keeping us safe and the world in motion. Read more

  8. Feature: This Non-Profit Is Using Photography to Speak Out Against Child Marriage
    FeatureGirls & Women

    This Non-Profit Is Using Photography to Speak Out Against Child Marriage

    By Olivia Kestin,  Pia Gralki  and  Catherine Caruso|March 19, 2020

    Too Young to Wed aims to empower young girls everywhere. Read more

  9. Feature: This Photo Collection Is Diversifying the Visual Representation of Women’s Empowerment
    FeatureGirls & Women

    This Photo Collection Is Diversifying the Visual Representation of Women’s Empowerment

    By Olivia Kestin  and  Catherine Caruso|March 5, 2020

    Getty Images’ new photo collection contains images of women all over the world. Read more

  10. Feature: Climate Change and Activism: The World’s Best Photographers Capture the Spirit of the Past Year
    FeatureCitizenship

    Climate Change and Activism: The World’s Best Photographers Capture the Spirit of the Past Year

    By Olivia Kestin  and  Leah Rodriguez|March 3, 2020

    World Press Photo Contest announced this year’s nominees. Read more

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