Who is Nithin?
Nithin Coca is a freelance journalist and media activist, and has worked on social change projects all around the world.Professional
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Full Writing Portfolio
Nithin’s articles have appeared in major media outlets, including Al Jazeera, Quartz, Atlantic Citylab, and The Diplomat, and have been translated in Dutch, French, Spanish, and Indonesian.Latest Articles
The high-tech war on Tibetan communication
June 2017. The Chinese digital security state versus a small exile community.
Five lessons for developing smartphone apps in NGOs
June 2017. “Indonesia is a country of social media freaks.”
Death penalty highlights wider injustices in Japan’s legal system
Apr 2017. There have been four cases of people being wrongly convicted and then sentenced to death in Japan.
The Fall of Ahok and Indonesia's Future
Apr 2017. Ahok’s defeat says less about the rise of Islamism & more about the strength of entrenched political interests.
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Traveling Softly and Quietly is about that which we all want in our lives – meaning – through the tale of a young man seeking his purpose in life.
Coca gives his readers an intimate look into a unique journey across the world but, more importantly, the evolution of a young man’s outlook as traveling changes him each step of the way. Coca is a fearless author, placing himself in a vulnerable light that allows the reader to understand and relate to him—an impressive and rare feat for a young author. History, humor, and fun-loving anecdotes made me feel like I was right there on the journey. As someone who lives for long-term travel and exploration, I believe this book is a must-read for the spirited wanderer and the vicarious homebody alike. Faaria Voliski
As with most travelers who take a big trip, Nithin learns learns a great deal about the world and its people, but as I read Traveling Softly and Quietly, the most powerful and moving story is the one going on internally. If you are interested in getting inside the mind of a long-term traveler and seeing the opportunities for personal growth, then Nithin’s book offers a fantastic glimpse. Adam Seper
Great writing, great story, and great honesty by a talented new writer who shares his journey across multiple countries for meaning, identity, and inspiration…i found it thoughtfully written and a thoroughly enjoyable read!
