Stephen M. Bland

Stephen M. Bland is an award-winning journalist, author, editor, and commentator specialising in Central Asia and the Caucasus. Having previously worked for NGOs and think tanks, he is currently the Managing Editor and Head of Investigations at The Times of Central Asia, and the regional expert on a major documentary series due to be released later this year.

His articles have been featured in leading publications, including The Times of Central Asia, The Diplomat, Vice, Motherboard, and EurasiaNet. Stephen's book, "Does it Yurt? Travels in Central Asia or How I Came to Love the Stans," combines travel narrative, historical analysis, and investigative reportage to explore the rich heritage and untold stories of Central Asia's people and places.