Our Commitment to Solutions Journalism

Trouble viewing this email? View it online. Follow us on: Covering Education, Research and Culture Topics Countries Resources Scholarship finder Jamal Abubaker, of Libya’s Sebha University, is one of two academic scientists who spoke to Al-Fanar Media about the imperative to continue doing research, even under difficult conditions. Dear Reader, Al-Fanar Media is keen to monitor higher education conditions in areas troubled by armed conflicts and other crises. This is part of the Solutions Journalism (SoJo) approach we adopt in our reporting. Have you heard of SoJo? Solutions journalism endeavours to showcase individuals who, despite facing common challenges and crises, have devised effective solutions. We firmly believe in sharing these bright spots, demonstrating that our Arab world extends beyond being labelled solely as a region of conflict and turmoil, and bombs and screams. At Al-Fanar Media, we stand as a testament to a region with a deep-rooted civilisation grounded in humanity. While we may encounter adversity, we remain resilient, facing our crises with unwavering courage and faith. We commit ourselves to the development of solutions and sharing them with the world. We also recognise the universal nature of challenges that necessitate collective efforts from all corners of humanity. We also believe in the innate capability of human beings to overcome obstacles and share our insights for the betterment of all. We hold a steadfast belief in empowering both youth and women. We accompany them on their educational, professional, and academic journeys, providing support every step of the way. Through our reporting of vetted information and inspiring models, we equip them to make informed decisions. These are among the topics I covered in a lecture I had the privilege of delivering to students at the Department of Journalism and Media at the American University in Cairo (AUC)’s School of International Affairs and Public Policy. Dr. Rasha Allam, the department head, graciously extended the invitation. The lecture, titled “Introduction to Solutions Journalism (SoJo): Al-Fanar Media as a Model”, provided an overview of different journalistic models worldwide. It emphasised the importance of upholding professional standards and ethics while serving the needs of the public. The lecture also exemplifies a successful partnership between an Arab university and a media institution. Al-Fanar Media serves as a model in this respect too, always remaining open to various opportunities for cooperation. In this newsletter, we call to your attention some of our recent reporting on higher education in regions beset by conflict. We hope you enjoy these and other articles on our website. Until we meet again in a new newsletter, stay safe. Best regards, The Editor Wars, Partition and Lack of Funding Cannot Stop Scientific Research in Yemen and Libya Libyan Researcher’s Warnings of Flood Disaster at Derna Were Ignored World Risks Losing a Generation of Scientists Due to Conflicts, Displacement Sudanese Students in Egypt Are Pinched between War at Home and Rising Costs in Egypt Yemen’s Cash Crisis Means a University Professor Has to Work as a Bus Driver ‘Free to Think 2023’: A Year of Bombings and Other Attacks on Higher Education Antonine University Launches Lebanon’s First Outdoor Activities Diploma Lebanon’s Crisis-Hit Cultural Scene Gets a Boost from European Organisations New Al-Fanar Media Podcast Aims to Help Arab Youth on Journeys toward Success Fulbright Foreign Student Programme for Master’s Degree Studies in the U.S. International Students Scholarships at Qatar University Australia Awards Scholarships for Master’s Degrees Fulbright Foreign Student Programme for Master’s Degree Studies in the U.S. From Our Resources A Guide to Top Platforms for Online Courses Al-Fanar Media explores some of the major online learning platforms that offer university-level courses and other types of training online. Copyright © 2024 Al-Fanar Media, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email through your permission. Please send suggestions and comments to the editor. Did you receive this from a friend or colleague? Subscribe to the Al-Fanar Media Newsletter. Want to change how you receive these emails? You can unsubscribe from this list.

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