Khaled Bakdash is a distinguished media professional with over 32 years of experience in journalism, media leadership, and professional training. His career spans print media, digital journalism, academic teaching, and strategic media consulting. He has contributed to major regional and international media institutions and has played a pivotal role in shaping media education and professional standards across the Arab world and Europe.
As President of the International Organization for Journalism and Media, he leads initiatives focused on media development, training, research, and international cooperation. In parallel, he serves as Editor-in-Chief of NL News Agency, overseeing editorial strategy, journalistic standards, and international coverage.
🔹 Education Summary
- Bachelor’s Degree in Media – American University in Dubai
- Postgraduate Diploma in Media – American University in London (Dubai Branch)
- Master’s Preparation in Media – American University in London
- Diploma in Media & Public Relations – Cambridge International College (Australia – Dubai Branch)
- Diploma in Business Administration – Cambridge International College
- Fellowship – Cambridge International College (Lifetime Membership)
- Certified International Trainer (TOT)
- Certified Trainer – International Organization for Journalism and Media
- Google Media Academy Training Certificate
- Dubai Press Club Training Certificate
🔹 Professional Experience
Khaled Bakdash has held senior leadership roles in newspapers, magazines, research centers, and media organizations across Syria, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Europe. His experience includes directing newspaper offices, managing editorial teams, leading research institutions, and advising media organizations on strategic communication and political media analysis.
He has also served as a university lecturer and professional trainer, delivering certified programs in journalism, media ethics, political communication, and media strategy.
🔹 Leadership & Other Positions
- Director, Afro-Asian Writers Organization – UAE
- Director, Arab Center for Strategic Studies and Research
- Director, Al-Risala Canadian Newspaper Office – Netherlands & Egypt
- Director, International Organization for Development and Strategic Studies – Netherlands
- Vice Chairman, Middle East Foundation for Journalism, Media & Publishing – London
- Managing Editor, International Diplomacy Magazine
- General Coordinator for International Relations & Diplomacy, Afro-Asian Writers Organization (Africa Region)
🔹 Memberships & Professional Affiliations
- Member, Journalists Syndicate – The Netherlands
- Member, Canadian Journalists Syndicate
- Member, Google Media Academy
- Member, International Journalists Network (IJNet)
- Member, Dubai Press Club (Former)
- Member, Foreign Correspondents Association – Egypt
- Member, Middle East News Agency
🔹 Awards & Recognition
- Best Syrian Media Personality Award – International Journalists Competition (Iraq, 2014)
- Golden Shield – South Sinai Governorate, Egypt
- Media Shield – Arab League, Arab Economic Unity Council
🔹 Core Competencies
- Media Leadership & Strategy
- Political Media Analysis
- Journalism Training & Education
- Editorial Management
- International Media Relations
- Curriculum Development for Media Studies