What are some of the coolest places to work? Well, if you're a journalist, there are many options.
VOA Swahili journalist Hubbah Abdi shares a recent workplace, in which she interviewed Kenyan President William Ruto during her reporting on his bilateral state visit to Washington D.C. Since 1962, VOA Swahili has been a valuable source of news and information to audiences in Swahili-speaking communities in West and Southern Africa, the Middle East and Asia.
Learn more about their work and impact: https://loom.ly/bHn5wzQ
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A veteran journalist will have received many bits and pieces of advice throughout their career, so when VOA French to Africa radio and TV host Roger Muntu shares his most valuable advice, you know it's tried and true.
Muntu brings his vibrant personality and journalistic integrity to his job hosting two of the broadcaster's youth programs serving francophone Africa.
Learn more about the work and impact: https://loom.ly/OJ6ATwA
Tip of the day! VOA French to Africa journalist and host of the network's youth program "Vous+Nous" Ginny Niwa shares how she starts her workday to set it up for success.
Vous+Nous is a TV program that focuses on the positive, even incredible, things young people do in the U.S. and Africa to improve their lives and communities.
Learn more about the work and impact done by VOA Afrique: https://loom.ly/OJ6ATwA
Thinking of a career in journalism? Our networks reach 420 million people every week, covering everything from breaking news to health, education, sports, and entertainment.
Meet VOA Africa Producer Muqbil Yabarow! His stellar content research and interview coordination brought audiences all the action from last year's Africa Cup of Nations, Africa's most popular sports event.
Check out our internship opportunities: https://loom.ly/NDZGpmA
Whether on radio, television, or online, USAGM and its networks meet our audiences where they are. In fact, 420 million people in over 100 countries turn to us every week for news and information in 63 languages.
Providing content on Facebook, Instagram, X, and other popular platforms, USAGM networks also have a presence on more niche and locally used platforms like Vkontakte, Telegram, and more.
On #SocialMediaDay, we recognize the commitment our networks and their journalists have to reach audiences with trusted news and information.
VOA's Spanish Service, known locally as Voz de America, released an original documentary that explores the impact of the Russian invasion on Ukrainians' life decisions.
VIKTOR-IA brings together the testimonies of those who survive under the constant threat of war and Russian occupation. As they strive to continue their daily lives, they face the dilemma of dreaming of a peaceful future or refraining from long-term planning. Originally in Russian and Ukrainian, this 30-minute documentary feature was developed for global audiences, with subtitles in English and Spanish.
Journalists Celia Mendoza and Jorge Agobian share a behind-the-scenes look at their journey producing the documentary.
Today, June 6 is Journalists Day in Ukraine. We celebrate the brave journalists providing audiences in Ukraine and the region with accurate, objective, vital news and information.
Learn more about the networks broadcasting to Ukraine: https://loom.ly/76yCEuQ
Journalists have to consider a multitude of factors while working on a story. Here are some of our team's tips regarding the highest journalistic ethics and standards:
1️⃣ Research. Before heading out, thoroughly research the location, current events, and historical context of the story you're covering.
2️⃣ Verify your sources. Always fact-check and cross-verify information from multiple sources to ensure accuracy.
3️⃣Multimedia Skills. Be proficient with various tools for capturing photos, videos, and audio. Know how to edit and produce content on the go if needed.
4️⃣ Practice Ethical Journalism. Adhere to the principles of fairness, objectivity, and transparency in your reporting.
5️⃣ Community Support. Connect with other journalists in the field to share information, resources, and support.
6️⃣ Stay Flexible. Be prepared to adapt your plans as situations on the ground can change rapidly. Have backup plans for various scenarios.
USAGM trains hundreds of journalists, editors, broadcasters, and media managers each year. Learn more about our media development efforts worldwide: https://loom.ly/mGsudgM
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Thirty-nine years ago Radio Marti aired its first broadcast to Cuba, becoming headline news across the U.S. and a trusted source of information on the island.
Today, the network has expanded to become a multimedia hub of unbiased and objective news, information, and analysis for the people of Cuba.
Learn more about the Office of Cuba Broadcasting and its award-winning work: https://loom.ly/aK6UpDY
This year, MBN's Burke Award goes to its Gaza team, Wesam Yasin, Saif Alswaitti, and Amir Altorok, for their courageous reporting from the frontlines of the war, and giving voice to the people of the region, despite facing great personal danger.
This brave team risked their lives to bring truthful, fact-based journalism to MBN’s weekly audience of 30.4 million people in the Middle East and North Africa.
Learn more about their resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to the truth: https://loom.ly/GH84ymM
Award-winning journalists Ricardo Quintana and Jesus Acosta journeyed to Tapachula, Mexico, to cover the migrant crisis.
Their comprehensive coverage provided invaluable insights into the challenges faced by Cuban immigrants seeking refuge in the U.S.
Their fact-based reporting debunked myths, offering Cubans on the island crucial information about the immigration process and the realities of the journey north.
Learn more about this year's OCB Burke Award winners: https://loom.ly/wYIKGto
Alsu Kurmasheva was this year's RFE/RL Burke Award winner. 🏆
The RFE/RL journalist has devoted her career to protecting the Tatar language and culture. The Russian government has placed restrictions on the teaching of the language. She has also sought to give voice to those the Kremlin would prefer to make voiceless, including the victims of domestic violence in Russia.
Her courage in the face of Russian government intimidation and detention – directly tied to her work for RFE/RL – is an inspiration.
Learn more about her story: https://loom.ly/hBjAJsY
This year's Burke Awards ceremony honored the courage and resilience of journalists across our networks to deliver objective, truthful reporting to audiences without a free press.
Among the honorees is Newroz Rasho, who has been documenting the daily lives of those in northern Syria living in camps for internally displaced people. While most international news organizations have stopped their coverage of the aftermath of the Syrian conflict, Newroz’s reporting brings the narratives of those affected by war to light.
Learn more about her award-winning work: https://loom.ly/KqQPgVU
ICYMI: USAGM held its 23rd annual David Burke Distinguished Journalism Awards last week to celebrate and honor the work done across its networks.
RFA's Asia Fact Check Lab won this year for their dedication to the truth, and their steadfast efforts to keep audiences informed.
Watch the ceremony: https://loom.ly/oFE0qhE
Today, as we mark World Press Freedom Day, we honor journalists worldwide who pursue truth, safeguard democracy, and ensure accountability.
At USAGM and its entities - Voice of America, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Office of Cuba Broadcasting, Radio Free Asia, Middle East Broadcasting Networks, and the Open Technology Fund - we thank our journalists for their dedication in defending press freedom. They persist even in the face of some of the world's most restrictive media environments.
To our journalists, thank you for your tireless commitment to upholding the pillars of a free press, day after day.
#WPFD #pressfreedom #journalismisnotacrime
USAGM is committed to the journalistic integrity of professionals around the world and offers the highest level of training to journalists worldwide through its media development efforts.
Recently, we contracted with @LazarusTrainingFirstAidProvider to enhance comprehension of risks and improve preparedness for assignments and conflict environments.
Learn more about our training: https://loom.ly/mGsudgM
"I am deeply inspired by the mission of Voice of America to provide accurate, comprehensive, and objective news and tell America’s story to people around the world..." - Michael Abramowitz
VOA's newly announced director shares his first message.
Read more about this exciting news: https://loom.ly/cOck4HQ
