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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nDid you miss our insightful discussions with experts in the field? No worries! You can catch up on these fascinating conversations, which took place in 2023 by clicking on the links below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Ehsan Masood (Editor for Editorials & bureau chief for Africa and the Middle East | Nature ) : https:\/\/bit.ly\/3GQt0oM<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mohamed Elsonbaty Ramadan (Science Journalist and trainer
Co-founder of AFSMC): https:\/\/bit.ly\/3Xx7prC<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n- Dr.Jairo Lugo-Ocando, Professor and the Dean of the College of Communication at the University of Sharjah, U.A.E, one of the authors of the book \u2018Science Journalism in the Arab World. The Quest for \u2018Ilm\u2019 and Truth (Palgrave, 2023): https:\/\/bit.ly\/48o0iaz<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- How do we write about climate change? by Amira Said (Environmental journalist at “Egyptian Gazette”): https:\/\/bit.ly\/3Zc1ppM<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- How to create a media website focused on the environment? by Chaabene Hadia (Founder & Editor-in-chief of “Green Future”) and Ahmed Elattar (Founder & Editor-in-chief of “Ozone”): https:\/\/bit.ly\/48tVOPU<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- How to Become an Environmental Journalist? by Yves Sciama (Freelancer Science Journalist, Science et Vie, Le Monde, Science): https:\/\/bit.ly\/47hhr4Y<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- What is the proper way to cover press conferences held by the World Health Organization? by M.Mustafa Haggag (Editor-in-Chief of Akher Al-Anbaa, Health journalist): https:\/\/bit.ly\/3tsRMbu<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- How to pitch to a science editor? by Andrew J Wight (Freelance Science journalist, Vice- President of the Association of Colombian Science Journalists and Communicators): https:\/\/bit.ly\/3NBfVU2<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scientific Analysis of the Morocco Earthquake and Its Consequences by Professor Taoufik Mourabit ((Seismic expert, researcher at Abdelmalek Essa\u00e2di University, and the founding director of the earthquake risk research group in North Africa) and Mr.Lahceen Mouatik (Science Journalist): https:\/\/bit.ly\/47hhxcQ<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nWe have concluded the 28th edition of the Climate Conference, COP28. If you didn’t participate in the comprehensive training program we organized this year, you can now watch all the sessions facilitated by esteemed experts in the field of environmental journalism in the Arab world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Opening Session: An Overview of Arab Environmental Media Initiatives https:\/\/youtu.be\/Z80IIEOHFwo?si=gID-oiKhM1xOiuB1<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Session 1: Introduction to the Media Road to the Climate Conference https:\/\/youtu.be\/zkZ7jESMTQQ?si=4tHMtHg4kSUeAUxE<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Session 2: The Media Coverage of the Climate Conference Throughout the Year https:\/\/youtu.be\/tgRJ17gnQ7E?si=cD8SSlczn3uCOrY4<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Session 3: COP28, an Opportunity to Continue Investigative Reporting https:\/\/youtu.be\/cxKfjvjSifU?si=C23MKZlH_Kjnn7Yc<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Session 4: The key Issues of COP28: https:\/\/youtu.be\/NqaH0Yy7Z3A?si=zZE1fiO0Jq8c4UqU<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Session 5: The Art of Communication at COP28: https:\/\/youtu.be\/UGFUx97PXBs?si=VHuFmc6kfW4SrSqt<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Session 6: The Fundamentals of Field Media Coverage for the Climate Conference https:\/\/youtu.be\/eFIOOAyLTYw?si=xbhoruKxtsURIHNQ<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Session 7: How do you interview an expert during the climate conference? https:\/\/youtu.be\/OZ0QU6xrN6U?si=JJmjjxUxUvMgec57<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Session 8: The environmental Perspectives of COP28: https:\/\/youtu.be\/IjSBxUovTkk<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Session 9: The Role of Media in Promoting Environmental Awareness and Motivating Change https:\/\/youtu.be\/ynhZgj1EqvI?si=8c5onJAu4h5dySSN<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Closing Session: Final Recommendations for Outstanding Media Coverage of the Climate Conference https:\/\/youtu.be\/uldKLStx1DM?si=SDqLzWpYClBYhjeo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Thanks to our partners who have played a prominent role in the development of environmental and scientific journalism in the Arab world, such as Ozone, Cosmos, Green Fund, Green in Arabic, \u0623\u0641\u0627\u0642 \u0628\u064a\u0626\u064a\u0629, and the Yemeni Network for Science and Environment.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nFor the first time in the history of the climate conference “COP”, journalists met with environmental and sustainability experts to discuss media discourse on environmental challenges. The session that I moderated included the following participants:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Sheikh Abdulaziz Al Nuaimi (The Green Sheikh, Environmental Advisor to the Government of Ajman)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dr. Fadhel Kaboub: President of the International Institute for Sustainable Prosperity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mrs. Dalia Abdel Salam: Editor-in-Chief of ‘Nature Middle East’ magazine<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mr. Mohamed Al-Sonbati Ramadan: Correspondent for ‘ScieDev’<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mr. Khaled Suleiman: Environmental journalist and trainer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The need for collaboration between the two parties and education on sustainability was highlighted. The session can be watched again at this Link: https:\/\/youtu.be\/TlyfzPV78J0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nDr. Nouha Belaid (Founder & President of Science Journalists in MENA) had the opportunity to participate as a speaker in two significant science journalism events globally: the World Conference of Science Journalism in Colombia (March 2023) and the fourth edition of the Arab Science Journalism Forum held by the American University in Cairo (December 2023). She also organized and moderated a panel during the third edition of the Arab Forum of Science Media and Communication at Sharjah University (May 2023). The panel focused on ‘Health Communication Strategies and Public Awareness’ and featured participation from medical experts and advocacy specialists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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During 2023, we’ve navigated numerous challenges, contested against enormous difficulties, and fought across all frontiers. Nevertheless, we have been propelled to new heights. We would also like to express our sincere appreciation to our partners for their trust and support. Their insightful contributions have been invaluable assets to our growth in 2023. The road ahead is filled with opportunities, and we are confident that together, we will continue to excel and advance the development of Science Journalism\u00a0in MENA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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If you have any ideas to suggest, such as a webinar or workshop, please feel free to contact us at sciencesjournalists@gmail.com<\/a>. We are open to fresh and innovative ideas that could benefit the community of Science Journalists in MENA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Session 1: Introduction to the Media Road to the Climate Conference https:\/\/youtu.be\/zkZ7jESMTQQ?si=4tHMtHg4kSUeAUxE<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mohamed Elsonbaty Ramadan (Science Journalist and trainer