Khartoum: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) concluded a capacity-building workshop for Sudanese journalists, organized in partnership with the Media in Cooperation and Transition (MICT) and the Luxembourg Fund for Journalism Safety, targeting 15 media professionals from April 22-25.
According to Sudan News Agency, the workshop aimed to strengthen the resilience and skills of media workers operating under complex conditions through a series of interactive sessions.
UNESCO Sudan Office Head Ahmed Junaid Soroush, speaking via video link, underscored the importance of supporting journalists at this critical stage, highlighting their central role in ensuring access to reliable information, promoting peacebuilding, social cohesion, and countering hate speech.
He noted that the initiative falls under UNESCO's Emergency Action Plan for Sudan (2025-2027), supported by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, reaffirming UNESCO's commitment to equipping Sudanese journalists with the tools needed to navigate a rapidly evolving media landscape.
Sessions covered media diversity, professionalism during conflict, safety standards, ethical interviewing, and the media's role in addressing hate speech. Additional topics included misinformation, fact-checking strategies, and gender sensitivity in media, including digital violence against women.
Participants praised the workshop's relevance and called for expanded training programs to strengthen their ability to report accurately while ensuring personal safety.