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The Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism (RAF) Fellowship helps young journalists from developing countries gain in-depth knowledge of @UN. #ReportWithRAF!

New York, NY
Joined July 2012
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The SDGs address global challenges, but their impact looks different across countries. Introducing “The SDGs, Local Impact”, a new series featuring perspectives from our #RAF2026 fellows on how the Global Goals connect to realities in their home countries. Follow along! #SDGs
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RAF 2026 | FINAL DAY #RAF2026 concluded with fellows sharing stories inspired by the program and meeting Melissa Fleming, USG for Global Communications, to discuss the importance of journalism and accurate reporting. Thank you to our fellows for being part of this journey!
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RAF 2026 | DAY 18 Today's sessions featured briefings on disaster preparedness and resilience, the protection of children in armed conflict, and initiatives to strengthen youth engagement and amplify young people’s voices in shaping global priorities. #RAF2026 #Journalism
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RAF 2026 | DAY 17 Day 17 explored global environmental challenges with UNEP, the role of the Secretary-General’s Spokesperson in engaging with the media, health and development through UNDP, and humanitarian coordination with OCHA to support communities affected by crises. #RAF
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RAF 2026 | DAY 16 Day 16 explored freedom of expression and journalist safety, the SDGs and efforts to advance the 2030 Agenda. The day concluded with an engaging session on the UN80 Initiative and proposed reforms to improve the UN’s efficiency and effectiveness. #RAF2026
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RAF 2026 | DAY 15 Day 15 featured sessions on fisheries and aquaculture with FAO, climate action and communication with DGC, and AI and emerging technologies, exploring digital cooperation and global AI governance. #RAF2026 #Journalism
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RAF 2026 | DAY 14 RAF 2026 | DAY 14 Day 14 featured sessions with UNHCR on supporting refugees and displaced communities, and on the UN’s engagement in the Middle East, exploring regional dynamics and efforts toward peace and security. #RAF2026 #Journalism
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RAF 2026 | DAY 13 Day 13 continued with the Freedom of the Press Foundation, followed by a meeting with Dag Hammarskjöld Journalism Fellows to exchange experiences on covering the UN. The day concluded with a wrap-up session with the RAF team. #RAF2026 #Journalism
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RAF 2026 | DAY 12 Day 12 explored efforts to combat terrorism, climate action and the Paris Agreement, followed by a session with WHO on global health, the SDGs and health emergencies. #RAF2026 #Journalism
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