Loujein Haj Youssef

Loujein Haj Youssef is an accomplished media professional with over 17 years of experience as a journalist, editor-in-chief, media trainer, and advocate for gender equity. She has a proven track record in captivating storytelling, ethical reporting, and capacity-building, particularly in conflict zones such as Syria, Yemen, and across the WANA region. Her expertise spans conflict reporting, peace journalism, investigative techniques, gender-sensitive storytelling, and media governance. Her work has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the ARIJ Award, One Media Award, and the EU Migration Media Award. As editor-in-chief at Radio Rozana, she has led the organization to earn 10 media awards while championing gender-sensitive journalism and combating disinformation in some of the most challenging environments.