Cheryl Massey

Senior Correspondent, Human Rights

M.S., Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism

14+ years experience

Cheryl Massey is a seasoned investigative journalist specializing in human rights, with 14 years of experience uncovering systemic injustices globally. As a Senior Correspondent for the Global Watchdog Network, she focuses on the rights of displaced populations and stateless individuals, bringing nuanced, on-the-ground perspectives to complex issues. Prior to her role at Global Watchdog, Cheryl served as a field reporter for the International Justice Collective, documenting abuses in conflict zones. She holds a Master of Science in Journalism from Columbia University, with a concentration in investigative reporting and international affairs. Her groundbreaking series, 'Shadows of the Border,' exposed critical human rights violations in several international refugee camps, leading to policy reforms in three nations. Cheryl's professional philosophy centers on giving voice to the voiceless and holding powerful institutions accountable through meticulous research and compelling narrative. Readers can expect her articles to be deeply researched, ethically sourced, and unflinchingly honest, often featuring direct testimonies and expert analysis to illuminate the human cost of rights abuses

Articles by Cheryl Massey

Human Rights

Surveillance Tech: $100B Threat by 2028?

The global proliferation of digital authoritarianism is no longer a theoretical threat; it’s a stark reality, fueled by the aggressive export of sophisticated surveillance tech.…

Cheryl Massey · · 7 min read
Human Rights

Supply Chain Human Rights: Risks for 2026

What is corporate accountability in the context of supply chains? Corporate accountability in supply chains refers to the responsibility of companies for the social, environmental,…

Cheryl Massey · · 7 min read