Yasmina Al-Gannabi

Breaking Free: Reimagining Social Media Strategies for Public Service Media

With Yasmina Al-Gannabi, Patrick Weinhold, Steven Oldengarm and Grace Zakka

Get expert tips from Deutsche Welle, Tagesschau & NPO on social media success for public broadcasters. Learn from real case studies, join dynamic talks on the future of social media, and leave with practical strategies — all with a broad European perspective.

Rethinking Conflict Coverage: Lessons from the Middle East and Beyond

With Dina Aboughazala, Alina Živanović, Yasmina Al-Gannabi and Konstantinos Antonopoulos

This panel explores fresh ways to cover conflicts that connect with young audiences amid digital overload—shifting focus from violence to empathy, resilience, and community stories for a new kind of conflict reporting.

Authenticity and reliability in social media journalism

With Erika Marzano, Yasmina Al-Gannabi and Alina Živanović

New audiences demand authenticity - including when exploring news and information - it is no longer a neutral terrain. Our panel explores the intersection of genuine connection and digital trends, drawing from experiences and expertise from DW and RFE/RL. Learn how news organizations engage audiences across platforms, where authenticity converges with algorithms. Discover strategies to maintain credibility in the fast-paced social media landscape.

Beyond Bloodshed: Rethinking Conflict Coverage

With Meenal Thakur, Yasmina Al-Gannabi and Sara El-Khalili

We've all heard the adage:: "If it bleeds, it leads." But is this relentless focus on violence fueling conflict or hindering solutions? News often prioritizes dramatic visuals and violence, neglecting the crucial role media plays throughout all stages of conflict. A new approach is urgently needed. By solely focusing on bloodshed, the media overlooks critical community and peacebuilding efforts. This portrayal reduces people in conflict zones to mere victims, stripping them of their agency and resilience . We need a paradigm shift: how can media be a more constructive force during conflicts?

Building Bridges: Constructive Journalism, Threads and the Power of Community Management

With Yasmina Al-Gannabi