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Portrait of Daoud Kuttab

Daoud Kuttab

Journalist, Media Activist, Documentary Producer

Born
1955
Born in
Jerusalem, Palestine
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Why Daoud is here

Daoud Kuttab is a renowned Palestinian journalist, media activist, and educator. He is recognized for his contributions to the advancement of media freedom and independent journalism in the Arab world. His work includes founding significant media initiatives, producing award-winning documentaries, and playing an influential role in shaping contemporary Arab media.

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Kuttab, a former Ferris Professor of Journalism at Princeton University, has made substantial contributions to journalism and media activism. He founded the Institute of Modern Media at Al Quds University and the Arabic Media Internet Network (AMIN). Additionally, he established AmmanNet, the Arab world's first internet radio station, and has been a vocal advocate for media freedom in the Middle East.

Milestones

The moments that shaped Daoud’s path.

  1. 1996-2007

    Founding the Institute of Modern Media at Al Quds University

    Led the institute, integrating public service broadcasting with community television.

  2. 2000

    Establishment of AmmanNet, the First Internet Radio in the Arab World

    A significant step in Arab digital media.

  3. 2007-2008

    Ferris Professor of Journalism at Princeton University

    Taught a seminar on new media in the Arab world, influencing future media practitioners.

  4. 2000

    Media Training Workshops in Iran as a UNESCO Media Expert

    Contributed to international media education and development.

  5. Director-General of Community Media Network

    Leading a not-for-profit organization to advance independent media in the Arab region.

Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Establishment of the Arabic Media Internet Network (AMIN)

    Pioneered alternative media content in Arabic.

  2. Production of Award-Winning Documentaries

    Including 'Palestinian Diaries' and 'Jerusalem Under Siege' among others.

  3. Advocacy for Media Freedom

    Active involvement in efforts to promote media freedom in the Middle East.

  4. Recognition with International Awards

    Including the CPJ International Press Freedom Award and the IPI World Press Freedom Hero.

  5. Columnist for Major International Publications

    Contributed op-eds to the NY Times, The Washington Post, and other prestigious publications.

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