INTRODUCING THE COHORT OF 2024

MEDIA & JOURNALISM WEBINARS 2024

INTRODUCING THE COHORT OF 2024

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Usama Rafid (Bangladesh)

It’s been truly exciting to join these wonderful training sessions arranged by the JWF. I am really grateful as I have learned a lot about various aspects of media such as information disorder, reporting in conflict areas, media ethics, digital technologies in media, etc. The lectures and panel discussions from the experts were truly insightful as well as interactive, shaping and changing my thoughts around the media environment worldwide. I hope this experience will spearhead my career in professional journalism.

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Sebastian Moris (Peru)

Sebastian Moris is a journalism student at the Peruvian University of Applied Sciences. He is a producer, reporter and editor in the university media “Esquina Informativa”. Also, he manages cinematographic and journalistic projects at the Peruvian University of Applied Sciences and at the production companies Audiovisual Films and Rio Verde Films, film production companies that make films with a social focus. He is also a journalism intern at the Data and Innovative Journalism Lab of El Comercio Newspaper.

I am very grateful to participate in the JWF Media and Journalism Webinar sessions, which were incredible experiences where I was able to learn from professional journalists and acquire new tools to develop my profession. Also, listening to the testimonies and perspectives of different journalists from around the world was very inspiring. I am sure that I will take the lessons learned in this webinar as a reference for the elaboration of future journalistic works.

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 Sheetal Martine Joseph (United Kingdom)

Sheetal Martine Joseph is a social media professional and emerging journalist from the United Kingdom. As a young emerging journalist, being able to attend the JWF Media and Journalism webinar series has been a blessing. With respect to the times we live in, I have been working on redefining the kind of impactful and solutionary journalism I aspired to do through my skill set. Being able to learn from experts regarding various topics of current relevance, from digital safeguarding, navigating misinformation/disinformation and AI to media ethics and press freedom in an era of declining world peacefulness and democracies has empowered me and equipped me with tools essential to do the kind of journalism I want to put out into the world. This webinar series has also allowed me to connect and hear from cohorts from different parts of the world regarding their own experience and knowledge in media and journalism, some especially fighting for their right to cover stories in extremely difficult landscapes, which has been invaluable and ignited a fire within me all over again. Thank you, JWF, for this incredible opportunity, and I recommend this webinar series to anyone passionate about journalism, digital storytelling and upholding press freedom and democratic principles. 

I am immensely grateful for the virtual webinar sessions you have organized, which cater to the aspirations of young and emerging journalists like me. It was a privilege to join a group of skilled writers, reporters, and photographers, engaging in enriching sessions and learning collaboratively. My heartfelt thanks go to the JWF team for granting me the opportunity and scholarship to participate in such a program. The selection of professionals was impressively curated and diverse, covering a range of topics throughout the sessions.

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Rita Boulos Chahwan (Lebanon)

I am a media entrepreneur from Lebanon. I focus on investigative journalism on economics and social investigations. This program gave me an opportunity to have an international vision regarding the problematic topics regarding our media work. In the Middle East, it needs a lot of effort to reach through traditional media.

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Angela Kezengwa (Kenya)

Angela Kezengwa is a news anchor and reporter at Royal Media Services Ltd’s Vuuka FM radio station. Passionate about data and solution journalism, she has published human interest stories on health, water, development, public finances, agriculture, gender, and climate change. Angela’s dedication and impactful storytelling have earned her recognition, including the 2023 Merck Foundation More than a Mother Media Award and first runner-up in the AJEA Awards by the Media Council.

Training with the Journalists and Writers Foundation in the digital revolution was transformative. I gained essential skills in data journalism and digital storytelling, significantly enhancing my reporting and storytelling capabilities in today’s media landscape.

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Mujtaba Aftab (Pakistan)

Mujtaba Aftab is a multimedia journalist and social activist. He is dedicated to empowering rural and marginalized areas within his country through his impactful video journalism and social initiatives. Aftab holds the position of a founding member within a nonprofit social organization that focuses on advocating for vulnerable and underrepresented populations of his country.

The platform that JWF Academy has provided to hundreds of young journalists and writers to learn from each other has immense potential. I enjoyed all the sessions while interacting with industry greats from all over the world and indulging with the diverse participants. 

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Cedaynur Avcı (Türkiye)

Cedaynur Avcı is a Turkish journalist who holds double majors in Communication and Political Science and International Relations from the University of Bahçeşehir in Istanbul. Throughout her undergraduate studies and beyond, she actively contributed to various independent media outlets in Turkey, working as a reporter and editor. Currently pursuing a master’s degree in international relations at the University of Bologna and her focus is on the intersection of media, politics, and global affairs.

Meeting numerous journalists from around the globe and learning from a professional domain was an exceptional experience. I can say that having a conversation about the dangers of being in conflict zones, the challenges of producing news from those locations, the ways of avoiding disinformation and integrating digital media into our profession has expanded my professional horizons. It was a fantastic opportunity to meet new colleagues and exchange experiences, in addition to hearing from professionals in the field on their knowledge. I feel grateful to be a part of this supportive community.

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Aqsa Younas (Pakistan)

My name is Aqsa Younas, and I am a seasoned journalist, columnist, and news writer with four years of experience in the field. Over the years, I have contributed numerous articles on pressing social issues to esteemed platforms in Pakistan such as Naya Daur Urdu, The Friday Times, Urdu Point, Nawai Waqt, Baaghi Tv, Othernewspk, as well as international outlets including TheGlobal Insider, BNN Breaking, and TrimFeed. 

My areas of expertise lie in addressing critical topics such as Climate Change, Gender Equality, Women’s Rights, Food Security, Global Health Issues, and Politics. Particularly, I have delved into the intricate complexities of climate change, focusing on issues like global warming, water scarcity, water and air pollution, as well as the impacts of heat waves and extreme weather conditions. Notably, my dedication to advocating for women’s rights has earned recognition, as I was honored among 1002 women by the International Internship University for my contributions in this field. Through my writing, I strive to raise awareness, spark dialogue, and drive positive change on issues of societal importance.

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Mayank Makhija (India)

Mayank Makhija is an independent photojournalist based in New Delhi, India focusing on reportage, human rights, and socio-environmental issues across India. His work has been featured in publications such as the NYTimes, TIME, The Guardian, BBC News, Le Monde, NPR, CNN, Deutsche Welle, and Caravan, among others. He contributes to various news agencies including AP, AFP, PTI, and NurPhoto, and has previously been associated with the national daily, Times of India. Makhija’s photography has been showcased in exhibitions at Expanded/Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Dhaka (2022); Copeland Gallery/Peckham 24, London (2021); Iran Artist Forum/24HourProject, Tehran (2019); MF Husain Art Gallery/JMI, New Delhi (2019), and SACAC, New Delhi (2018).

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Swikriti Poudel (Nepal)

Swikriti Poudel is a 20-year-old third-year undergraduate student majoring in Journalism and English Literature at St. Xavier’s College in Nepal. Her journey into journalism was kindled by a lifelong passion for storytelling and a keen interest in social issues. Her formal introduction to journalism began at an online media house. During her second year at college, she worked in a media house where she honed her skills in writing social and feature stories. This experience not only sharpened her writing skill but also deepened her understanding of the social injustices faced by marginalized communities, driving her desire towards positive change.

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Tasneem Hazrat (Pakistan)

Tasneem Hazrat is a dynamic and driven mass communication student studying media and communication studies at the National University of Modern languages in Islamabad in Pakistan. She has a passion for multimedia storytelling and a proven record of conducting insightful interviews, designing impactful print media outlets, and other visual media. Known for enthusiasm in learning and applying new skills, she is eager to contribute creativity and dedication to projects in media and communication.

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Yahya Ahmet Abdo Al Hadi (Yemen)

Broadcaster, Producer, Presenter

Al Ghad Al Moshreq in United Arab Emirates

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