The Media and Institutional Communication Team at the Palestinian Network for Media Development (PNMD) invites you to tune in to a special radio interview with journalist Dr. Yousef Krunz, Chairman of the Board of PNMD, to discuss the Awareness Day on Journalists’ Safety for Young Journalists, which was held with the participation of approximately 370 journalists from Palestine.
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Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization Organizes an Awareness Day on Journalists’ Safety for Young Journalists
Palestine | Tuesday, 22 September 2026
The Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization (PNMD) launched today, Tuesday, a specialized awareness day on journalists’ safety for young male and female journalists in Palestine, with the participation of around 370 journalists from various governorates across Palestine, held virtually.
The awareness day is part of the organization’s efforts to strengthen the capacities of young journalists, promote a culture of journalists’ safety, and raise awareness of the risks that media professionals may face while carrying out journalistic and field assignments.
The training aims to provide participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to assess risks before and during coverage, take appropriate preventive measures, respond safely to emergencies and challenging situations, and enhance their safety and ability to continue their journalistic work in different environments.
The training was delivered by Mr. Waleed Batrawi, a certified trainer in journalists’ safety, who presented participants with a range of practical principles and practices related to safety during journalistic work, including identifying potential risks, preventive measures, preparation for field coverage, responding to emergencies, and making safe decisions while carrying out journalistic assignments.
The awareness day also highlighted the importance of advance planning for journalistic assignments, assessing the nature of the environment in which journalists work, adhering to safety procedures, and strengthening individual and collective risk awareness, contributing to reducing exposure to risks while practicing the profession.
During his opening remarks, Dr. Yousef Al Krunz, Chairman of the Board of the Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization, emphasized the importance of strengthening attention to the safety of journalists, stating:
“Today, I am very proud to see the growing interest and participation in programs addressing journalists’ safety, professional, psychological, and digital safety. This demonstrates the increasing awareness among our fellow journalists of the importance of protection and safety, particularly in light of the significant challenges facing journalistic and field work in Palestine.”
Al Krunz noted that investing in developing journalists’ skills and strengthening their preparedness to deal with risks is an essential part of the responsibility of media and training institutions. He also reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to developing specialized programs that respond to the actual needs of media professionals.
The Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization stated that organizing this awareness day is part of its ongoing programs focused on professional training and development and the empowerment of young journalists, as well as its commitment to providing specialized training opportunities that contribute to developing their skills and promoting safer journalistic practices.
The organization further emphasized that journalists’ safety is one of the core areas of its training programs, highlighting the importance of investing in building the capacities of young journalists and strengthening their professional preparedness, particularly given the nature of journalistic work and the increasing field challenges associated with it.
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The Media and Institutional Communications Team at the Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization (PNMD) invites you to tune in to a special radio interview with journalist Dr. Yousef Al-Krunz, Chairman of the Organization, to discuss the Awareness Day on Occupational and Psychological Safety for Young Journalists, held with the participation of around 250 journalists from Palestine and Lebanon.
The Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization (PNMD), in cooperation with Healing4All – Recovery for All and the Journalists Support Committee, organized the specialized awareness day on occupational and psychological safety for young Palestinian and Lebanese journalists, with the aim of raising awareness of safety measures and psychological support in journalistic work environments.
Join us on the airwaves of the Arab American University Radio – 97.1 FM
Today 02/09/2026 – at 9:30 AM
Don’t miss it… Tune in and listen to the full interview.
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Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization, Healing4All, and the Journalists Support Committee Launch an Awareness Day on Occupational and Psychological Safety for Young Journalists
Regional | Tuesday, September 1, 2026
The Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization (PNMD), in cooperation with Healing4All – Recovery for All and the Journalists Support Committee, launched a specialized awareness day focusing on occupational and psychological safety for young Palestinian and Lebanese journalists, with the participation of around 250 journalists from Palestine and Lebanon.
The organization of this awareness day comes within the framework of joint cooperation among the organizing partners and their efforts to strengthen concepts of occupational and psychological safety among media professionals, raise awareness of the risks and challenges facing journalists, particularly young professionals, and address the increasing pressures associated with the nature of journalistic work.
The awareness day aims to enhance participants’ knowledge and develop their capacities in dealing with psychological pressures and occupational risks, while providing them with practical tools and knowledge to help protect their safety and psychological well-being and strengthen their ability to continue carrying out their professional duties efficiently and responsibly.
The program includes a specialized training session delivered by Healing4All – Recovery for All, with the participation of journalists from Palestine and Lebanon. The session is led by Dr. Mostafa Salim, Founder of Healing4All, and Mr. Mohammad Abu Sharah, Co-Founder of the “Al-Ma’na Al-An” Program for Recovery from Existential Burnout.
The Chairman of the Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization, journalist Dr. Yousef Al Krunz, emphasized the importance of implementing awareness programs of this kind, particularly under the current circumstances, in which journalists are facing increasing professional and psychological challenges and pressures.
He said that strengthening the occupational and psychological safety of journalists is no longer an option but has become an essential necessity to ensure their ability to continue fulfilling their media mission professionally and responsibly. He also stressed the importance of providing training and awareness opportunities that enable journalists to acquire the necessary tools to deal with the risks and pressures associated with their work.
The awareness day also provides a professional space for exchanging experiences and perspectives, discussing key challenges related to occupational and psychological safety in media work environments, and strengthening cooperation and communication among journalists, media organizations, and relevant stakeholders at the regional level.
The Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization (PNMD) has received the official accreditation cards for its press team from the Palestinian Central Elections Commission, authorizing them to cover the 2026 Legislative Elections.
This accreditation reflects the organization’s commitment to promoting professional and responsible media coverage of the electoral process and ensuring that the public has access to accurate and reliable information, in line with journalistic standards and professional ethics.
The Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization (PNMD) expressed its appreciation for the role of the Central Elections Commission in organizing the electoral process and facilitating the work of journalists and media organizations, helping ensure a free and responsible media environment throughout the election period.
The Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization (PNMD), represented by its Chairman, Journalist Dr. Yousef Al Krunz, and the entire organization’s team and staff, extends its sincere #thanks and appreciation to all partners in success and participants in the specialized training program in #Economic and Banking Journalism, the first program of its kind in Palestine, dedicated to #Young #Journalists.
The program was implemented under the patronage of the Palestine Monetary Authority and the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate, funded by The National Bank, and organized and implemented by the Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization (PNMD).
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The Winning Entry – #Third Place: Journalist Rahaf Jatawi
As part of the Specialized Award in #Economic and #Banking Journalism, within the specialized training program for #Young #Journalists in the field of #Economic and #Banking #Media, the first program of its kind in Palestine.
The program was implemented under the patronage of the Palestine Monetary Authority and the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate, funded by The National Bank, and organized and implemented by the Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization (PNMD).
#Congratulations to Journalist Rahaf Jatawi on her achievement, with our best wishes for continued #success and excellence in her journalism career.
رابط العمل الفائز بالمركز الثالث | Link to the Third-Place Winning Entry:
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#Winners of the Specialized Award in #Economic and #Banking Journalism
As part of the specialized training program for #Young #Journalists in the field of #Economic and #Banking #Media, the first program of its kind in Palestine.
First #Place: Journalist Hala Al-Khatib
Second #Place: Journalist Sohaib Qat
Third #Place: Journalist Rahaf Jatawi
The program was implemented under the patronage of the Palestine Monetary Authority and the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate, funded by The National Bank, and organized and implemented by the Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization (PNMD).
#Congratulations to all the winners, with our best wishes for continued #success and excellence in your #journalism careers.
The Chairman of the Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization, journalist Dr. Yousef Al Krunz, met with the Chairman of the Environment Quality Authority, Engineer Zaghoul Samhan, to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation between the two sides in support of developing the capacities of young journalists and enhancing the role of the media in addressing environmental and climate issues.
The two sides discussed prospects for joint cooperation and the possibility of implementing joint media and training programs and projects targeting young Palestinian journalists through the design and implementation of specialized programs in media and journalism, particularly environmental and climate journalism. These efforts aim to strengthen journalists’ capacities to produce professional and specialized media content addressing environmental and climate-related issues.
Both sides emphasized the importance of strengthening partnership and coordination between media institutions and environmental authorities, contributing to raising public awareness of environmental issues, enhancing their presence in the media, and encouraging young journalists to address these issues in a professional and responsible manner.
The meeting was attended on behalf of the Palestinian Network for Media Development Organization by Vice Chairperson Ms. Wisal Abu Alia and Secretary Ms. Walaa Asfour. Representing the Environment Quality Authority were Eng. Saed Abu Tarboush, Director General of the General Administration of Environmental Communication and Awareness; Ms. Shiraz Saadeh, Director of the Environmental Media Department; and Mr. Alaa Kanaan, Head of the Publication and Electronic Media Section.
At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening joint cooperation and coordination and to developing high-quality initiatives and programs in environmental and climate journalism, serving young journalists and supporting national efforts to raise environmental awareness and protect the environment.