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Reporter Spotlight

Global Press employs a global team of powerful, professional reporters. The average Global Press reporter stays employed here for more than five years. We offer each reporter strong salaries, health benefits, family leave, consistent professional development and access to our industry-leading Duty of Care program. Here are a few of our all-stars: 

ZIMBABWE

Linda Mujuru

Linda Mujuru is a Global Press senior reporter based in Harare, Zimbabwe. She specializes in reporting on agriculture and the economy and is one of Global Press’ most-read journalists.

Mexico

Marissa Revilla

Marissa Revilla is a Global Press senior reporter based in San Cristobal de Las Casas, Mexico. She was a member of the inaugural class of Global Press reporters in Chiapas in 2006. She specializes in reporting on child rights and conflict in indigenous communities throughout Chiapas.

MONGOLIA

Khorloo Khukhnokhoi

Khorloo Khukhnokhoi is a Global Press reporter based in the northern Mongolian province of Orkhon. She covers local and national issues, including human rights, health, animal husbandry and cultural heritage. Her award-wining coverage of forced virginity testing of schoolgirls in Mongolia led to officials banning the practice.  

NEPAL

Shilu Manandhar

Shilu Manandhar is a Global Press senior reporter based in Kathmandu, Nepal, where she specializes in migration and environmental reporting. Her coverage of Nepalese migrant workers in Qatar has won numerous awards and been cited in legislative changes.

UGANDA

Nakisanze Segawa

Nakisanze Segawa is a Global Press senior reporter based in Kampala, Uganda. She specializes in reporting on issues of health and human rights, and her coverage of discriminatory school policies has led to a policy change.

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Cristi Hegranes

Chief Executive Officer & Publisher

Cristi Hegranes

Title:
Chief Executive Officer & Publisher
Day-to-day:
I founded Global Press 17 years ago to change the face of international journalism. Today, I lead the business side of Global Press and serve as the publisher of Global Press Journal, our award-winning, multi-lingual news publication. I am the author of the forthcoming book (Forbes Books 2023) Byline: How Local Journalists Can Improve the Global News Industry and Change the World. Some of the things I'm most proud of creating at Global Press include our industry-leading Duty of Care program, which provides for the physical, emotional, digital and legal security of our journalists, and the Global Press Style Guide, which exists to promote dignity and precision in international journalism. My greatest passion is creating world-class employment for badass women across the globe.
Work history:
Reporter, Village Voice Media; Freelance Journalist; Adjunct Professor, California State University, San Francisco State University, Stanford University, Georgetown University
Education:
Master of Science in Journalism - New York University; Bachelor of Arts in Communications - Loyola Marymount University
Notable Accomplishments
Elevate Prize Finalist, Emerson Collective Dial Fellow, GLG Social Impact Fellow, Women-run Workplace of the Year, Inc. Magazine Best Places to Work, Social Entrepreneur in Residence at Stanford University, Distinguished Young Alumni of New York University, Ashoka Fellow, Society of Professional Journalists' Journalism Innovation Prize, Grinnell College Young Innovator for Social Justice Prize, the Jefferson Award for Public Service, the Ida B. Wells Award for Bravery in Journalism
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Laxmi Parthasarathy

Chief Operating Officer

Laxmi Parthasarathy

Title:
Chief Operating Officer
Day-to-day:
I lead global operations across each Global Press division, spearhead the global expansion strategy to build representative news bureaus and develop new partnership strategies to bolster the organization’s reach and long-term sustainability. I also lead business development at Global Press News Services, the B2B division of Global Press, to earn revenue and spark adoption of our values.
Work history:
Ashoka: Innovators for the Public; Canadian International Development Agency; Media for Development Ltd
Education:
Master of Science in Media, Communications, Development - London School of Economics; Bachelor of Arts - Carleton University
Notable Accomplishments
2021 Book Chapter in "Kamala Harris and The Rise of Indian Americans"; 2020 American Express Next Generation Finalist; Women-led Business of the Year, Pierre Elliot Trudeau Foundation Mentor; 2018 Author of the study "The Bottom Up Media Revolution"; Boehm Media Fellow
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Shanté Cosme

Chief Content Officer

Shanté Cosme

Title:
Chief Content Officer
Day-to-day:
Shanté Cosme became Global Press’ first Chief Content Officer in November 2022. An innovative media strategist with deep expertise in launching brands and building audiences, Shanté is bringing her creative, ambitious, engaging and inclusive approach to journalism to Global Press. A longtime advocate for diversity and inclusion in journalism, Shanté has a bold reputation as an advocate and leader in the field. An adjunct professor at New York University, speaker and author, Shanté will bring her deep industry knowledge and connections to Global Press in this period of pivotal growth.
Work history:
Mic, Complex
Education:
B.A. Stony Brook University
Notable Accomplishments
Adjunct Professor, NYU
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Katie Myrick

Creative Director

Katie Myrick

Title:
Creative Director
Day-to-day:
I bring beauty to the Global Press brand, leading all aspects of visual identity and user experience to ensure readers are able to see the world differently.
Work history:
Washington Post; Minneapolis Star Tribune; Omaha World-Herald
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism - Indiana University
Notable Accomplishments
Poynter Leadership Academy graduate; 2019 Boehm Media Fellow; 2009 Poynter Fellow; multiple gold medals from the Society for News Design
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Rhonda Gardner

Director, Global People and Talent

Rhonda Gardner

Title:
Director, Global People and Talent
Day-to-day:
I design, build and strengthen people and talent infrastructure and manage all global people operations. I serve as an advocate for staff and as a thought partner to the organization's leadership by providing strategic guidance on culture, employee relations, compensation and performance management.
Work history:
Banyan Communications Inc. | General Board of Global Ministries & UMCOR | Concern Worldwide | United Nations
Education:
MSc. Human Resource Management & Development | Post Graduate Diploma Human Resource Management | BA Linguistics | SHRM- Senior Certified Professional (SCP) Certification | Global Professional for Human Resources (GPHR) Certification
Notable Accomplishments
HR thought leader contributor for Academy to Innovate HR (AIHR) | SHRM Education Volunteer | Child Sponsor since 2017 through Compassion International
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Paula Torres

Director of Journalism Education

Paula Torres

Title:
Director of Journalism Education
Day-to-day:
I oversee learning, training, and professional development initiatives of Global Press Institute (GPI). Collaborating with the Global Press Global Expansion and Global Press Journal teams, as well as external organizations, the GPI team is dedicated to designing and implementing educational programs that cater to the evolving learning needs of our expanding community.
Work history:
New York University; Columbia University; CUNY; McGraw-Hill; Metropolitan Museum of Art
Education:
MA Teachers College, Columbia University; BA Princeton University
Notable Accomplishments
Presenter at the AACE EdMedia + Innovate Learning, FIP World Congress of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Educause ELI Annual Meeting; Recipient of Princeton University’s Louis Sudler Prize in the Arts
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Sam Nesfield

Director of Global Expansion

Sam Nesfield

Title:
Director of Global Expansion
Day-to-day:
I lead global expansion operations and support global partnership building.
Work history:
Thomson Reuters Court Express; National Museum for American History; Genesis: Sarajevo
Education:
Master of Arts in Global Communication - George Washington University; Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs - George Washington University
Notable Accomplishments
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Terry Aguayo

Managing Editor

Terry Aguayo

Title:
Managing Editor
Day-to-day:
I manage the Global Press Accuracy Network and oversee newsroom operations to ensure the editorial process runs efficiently.
Work history:
New York Times; Associated Press
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Journalism - Florida International University; Certification in Translation Studies - Florida International University
Notable Accomplishments
Poynter Leadership Academy graduate; Led the creation of the Guía de estilo de Global Press, the first Spanish-language style guide focused on dignity and precision; Member of Global Press editorial team named 2020 and 2022 Media Heroes of the Year at the Stevie Awards; 2007-2008 Research Assistant for A Journal for Jordan (released as a movie in Dec. 2021); 2007 Mentor, The New York Times Student Journalism Institute
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Celia Wu

Managing Director, Global Press News Services

Celia Wu

Title:
Managing Director, Global Press News Services
Day-to-day:
I manage Global Press News Services, the social enterprise arm of Global Press. GPNS draws upon Global Press' 17 years of experience in journalism training, a one-of-a-kind global photo archive, the industry's leading Duty of Care program, and the world's first multi-language guide to writing with equity and precision -- creating products and services that meet the demand of clients across the media sector and a range of industries.
Work history:
Vice Media, MSNBC, Microsoft / MSN, Turner Entertainment Networks, STAR TV, PBS, Women Make Movies
Education:
MA, Missouri School of Journalism; BA, Hampshire College
Notable Accomplishments
Board Director, Investigate West | Contributor, Asian American Journalists Association 40th Anniversary Oral History Project | Screening Judge, Online Journalism Awards (since 2018) | King County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate)
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Manori Wijesekera

Training Manager

Manori Wijesekera

Title:
Training Manager
Day-to-day:
I oversee professional development programs for reporters and am the lead creator of the Global Press Institute virtual learning platform.
Work history:
TVE Asia Pacific; The Sunday Times Newspaper; The Island Newspaper
Education:
General Certificate of Education (Sri Lankan Advanced Level) - Visakha Vidyalaya
Notable Accomplishments
ONA Community Award 2022 | Member of Global Press editorial team named 2020 Media Heroes of the Year at the Stevie Awards
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Louise Scrivens

Lead Editorial Coach

Louise Scrivens

Title:
Lead Editorial Coach
Day-to-day:
I work with Global Press Journal reporters – from pitching to editing – to ensure publication of high-quality journalism.
Work history:
BBC News Online, London; Bloomberg News, New York; Australian Associated Press, Sydney
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature (Honors); Foundation degree in Journalism; Diploma in copy editing and proofreading
Notable Accomplishments
Selected by one of biggest news organizations in the UK to complete their journalism training program while still in college. I’ve since gone on to work as a journalist and editor for many national news companies around the world.
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Alizeh Kohari

Editorial Coach, Asia Team

Alizeh Kohari

Title:
Editorial Coach, Asia Team
Day-to-day:
I work with Global Press Journal reporters – from pitching to editing – to ensure publication of high-quality journalism.
Work history:
Herald Magazine (Karachi, Pakistan)
Education:
Masters of Arts in Comparative Politics- New York University; Bachelors of Science in Government and Economics - London School of Economics
Notable Accomplishments
2021 Bruno Fellow at Coda Story; 2020 Persephone Miel Fellow at the Pulitzer Center; 2020 One World Media Fellow; Fulbright Scholar (2015-2017); 2016 Overseas Press Club Fellow; Finalist for Kurt Schork Awards 2014; Finalist for Osborn Elliot Prize for Excellence in Journalism on Asia 2014
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María Arce

Editorial Coach, Latin America

María Arce

Title:
Editorial Coach, Latin America
Day-to-day:
I develop, assess and measure reporters’ professional development for our diverse team in Latin America to produce ethical, accurate and exceptional journalism.
Work history:
Award-winning editor and bilingual journalist with 30 years of experience in various media and 20 years of experience in digital news. Specialized in extreme weather, natural disasters and trauma, with experience across Latin America, particularly Argentina, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Former assistant professor at several universities.
Education:
Master of Science in Journalism, Universidad de San Andrés; Specialization in Communication and Armed Conflicts, Universidad Complutense de Madrid; Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Universidad de Belgrano
Notable Accomplishments
Honors/awards: Reynolds Journalism Institute Fellow at the University of Missouri (2023-2024); Knight Wallace Fellow at the University of Michigan (2022-2023); Special Multimedia Report I XXV National Journalism Award, ASPPRO (2019); Outstanding Digital Journalism Project Award, WAN-Ifra (2018); Honorable Mention, ASPPRO (2018); Honorable Mention: Innovative Editorial Proposal, GDA (2018); Multimedia Journalism Award: Human Interest, OPC (2018); Multimedia Journalism Award: Special Website, OPC (2018); King of Spain International Journalism Award: Digital Journalism (2015); Ochberg Fellow, Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma at Columbia University (2012); King of Spain International Journalism Award: Digital Journalism (2010); Gabriel García Márquez Foundation Award: Digital Journalism (2009); Infographics Award, Adepa (2007)
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Lillian Aluanga-Delvaux

Regional Editor, Africa

Lillian Aluanga-Delvaux

Title:
Regional Editor, Africa
Day-to-day:
I manage the Africa region team of reporters to ensure production of high quality, and impactful stories I also lead all duty of care operations in the region and approve and refine reporters' pitches in keeping with editorial strategy.
Work history:
Continuity Editor, The Standard
Education:
The University of Nairobi, Post Graduate Diploma in mass communication; The University of Nairobi, Bachelor of Education (Arts) Linguistics & Literature; Strathmore College, Higher Diploma, Diploma- Institute for Management of Information Systems(IMIS-UK)
Notable Accomplishments
Winner, CNN Multichoice Africa Journalism of the Year Awards (health category); Finalist, Knight Science Journalism Fellowship Program (MIT); Nominee Hubert Humphrey Fellowship
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Ciku Kimeria

Lead Editor, Culture Vertical

Ciku Kimeria

Title:
Lead Editor, Culture Vertical
Day-to-day:
As a story editor I work directly with the team of journalists across the Africa region to craft pitches and stories. I edit stories, attend pitch meetings and engage with the regional and global teams regularly on everything from audience engagement to Duty of Care.
Work history:
Africa Editor at Quartz; Author of two mystery novels (Dance of the Monkeys and Of Goats and Poisoned Oranges); Communication advisor to The Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center, Dalberg Advisors, Open Society Initiative of West Africa, and The Africa Agriculture and Trade Investment Fund
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Management from MIT with a minor in Urban Planning and another in Applied International Studies
Notable Accomplishments
Speaks English, Swahili, and French and has traveled to 56 countries, 23 of them in Africa.
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Ndinda Kioko

Lead Editor, LGBTQ+ Rights Vertical

Ndinda Kioko

Title:
Lead Editor, LGBTQ+ Rights Vertical
Day-to-day:
I work with Global Press Journal reporters – from pitching to editing – to ensure publication of high-quality journalism.
Work history:
Colgate University; Network for Empowered Aid Response; Storylab Limited
Education:
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing - University of Oregon; Bachelor of Education in English and Literature - Kenyatta University
Notable Accomplishments
2018 Olive B O'Connor Fellowship; 2018 Black Warrior Review Writing Prize; 2017 Queen Mary Wasafiri Writing Prize; 2014 Miles Morland Writing Scholarship
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Taisa Sganzerla

Lead Editor, Women's Health Vertical

Taisa Sganzerla

Title:
Lead Editor, Women's Health Vertical
Day-to-day:
I work with Global Press Journal reporters – from pitching to editing – to ensure publication of high-quality journalism.
Work history:
Global Voices (News Editor); Cambodia Daily (Reporter); O Estado de S. Paulo (Reporter)
Education:
Master of Arts in Social Anthropology - University of London, School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS); Bachelor of Arts in Journalism - Jorge Amado University (Brazil)
Notable Accomplishments
As a freelancer, I have had stories published on Quartz, Asia LIFE, Oceana, and many more outlets in Brazil. My stories for Global Voices have been regularly republished by other media outlets, such as Slate and PRI.
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Andrea Deydén

Lead Editor, Americas

Andrea Deydén

Title:
Lead Editor, Americas
Day-to-day:
As part of the Spanish editing team, I work with reporters in Mexico, Argentina and Puerto Rico to help their stories reach their full potential.
Work history:
Journalist with almost 10 years of experience covering and editing politics, economics and business in Mexico.
Education:
Master’s in Journalism on Public Policy
Notable Accomplishments
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Ottavia Spaggiari

Lead Editor, Africa

Ottavia Spaggiari

Title:
Lead Editor, Africa
Day-to-day:
I edit stories from Global Press reporters across the world.
Work history:
From development aid to migration issues, I've covered a wide range of topics, reporting from Europe, sub-Saharan Africa and the US. My work has appeared in a number of international publications, including The Guardian long read, The New Yorker, Al Jazeera, The New Humanitarian and others. My long-form on human traffickers' impunity in Italy has been shortlisted for the 2021 European Press Prize in the "distinguished reporting" category.
Education:
M.A. in Political Journalism, Columbia Journalism School
Notable Accomplishments
Shortlisted for the 2021 European Press Prize, Winner of the 2021 Anti-trafficking award, Shortlisted for the 2023 Fetisov Award
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Ashwaq Masoodi

Lead Editor, Asia

Ashwaq Masoodi

Title:
Lead Editor, Asia
Day-to-day:
I work with Global Press Journal reporters – from pitching to editing – to ensure publication of high-quality journalism.
Work history:
Nieman fellow at Harvard University; Mint newspaper (Delhi); Press Trust of India (Delhi)
Education:
Master of Science in Magazine Writing - Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism; Post Graduate Diploma in Print Journalism - Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi; Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication Multimedia Production - Kashmir University
Notable Accomplishments
Nieman fellowship at Harvard University; Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships for Leadership Development; Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Awards, the highest award of journalism in India; The Society of Publishers in Asia (SOPA)
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Clarissa Sosin

Deputy Editor, Africa

Clarissa Sosin

Title:
Deputy Editor, Africa
Day-to-day:
I edit stories written by Global Press reporters around the world.
Work history:
I'm a multimedia investigative reporter and producer who started in journalism working internationally and who loves editing and shaping new reporters and their work.
Education:
BA from Tufts University; MA from the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY
Notable Accomplishments
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Gayathri Vaidyanathan

Deputy Editor, Asia

Gayathri Vaidyanathan

Title:
Deputy Editor, Asia
Day-to-day:
I support journalists across GP Asia bureaus to tell exceptional stories.
Work history:
Reporter at E&E News (Washington, D.C.)
Education:
Master of Science in Journalism, Columbia University; Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Hons. Molecular Biology, McMaster University.
Notable Accomplishments
Asian American Podcasters Golden Crane Award for podcasting • 2020: British Association of Science Writers feature writing award • 2019: George Polk Award for environment reporting; NIHCM award; ONA award • 2014: Society of Professional Journalists Dateline Award for feature writing • 2014: Groundtruth Fellow reporting on youth unemployment • 2012: Evert Clark/Seth Payne Award from the National Association of Science Writers • 2011: UN Foundation Press Fellow • 2011: Nature IDRC award for emerging journalists • 2008-2009: CIHR Health Research Communication award for journalism
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Charlotte Kesl

Senior Photo Editor

Charlotte Kesl

Title:
Senior Photo Editor
Day-to-day:
Collaborate and coach reporters to ensure every story has impactful visuals
Work history:
Independent photojournalist for news outlets such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post; Adjunct lecturer in photojournalism at The University of Florida
Education:
Master of Science in Media, Communication & Development - London School of Economics; Bachelor of Arts in Visual Media - American University
Notable Accomplishments
Photographed for nonprofit organizations in Sierra Leone, Uganda, Colombia & Perú; Organized and led international and domestic photography workshops; Helped launch Project Cordillera, a social enterprise that partners with local adventure tourism companies in Latin America
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Juan Pablo Ampudia

Photo Editor

Juan Pablo Ampudia

Title:
Photo Editor
Day-to-day:
I collaborate with reporters to ensure every story has compelling and impactful visuals through creative planning and coaching.
Work history:
Independent photojournalist for outlets such as National Geographic, Los Angeles Times, UNICEF, Insider, Gatopardo
Education:
Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing - CECC University in Mexico City
Notable Accomplishments
Group Exhibition, Photo Place Gallery, Middlebury, VT, 2017; Group Exhibition, Centro de la Imágen, Mexico City, Mexico, 2022
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Dominic Ronzo

Photo Editor

Dominic Ronzo

Title:
Photo Editor
Day-to-day:
I coach GPJ reporters in creating dynamic and consequence-driven photography through creative planning and technical training.
Work history:
IPA Switchboard, Tunisia; Dominic Ronzo Media, Australia; Khmer Times, Cambodia
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Journalism - Brooks Institute
Notable Accomplishments
Finalist, IRIS Award, Perth Centre for Photography; Group Exhibition, Ballarat Foto Biennale Yellow Dot Fundraiser 2018; Group Exhibit, 2019 ILFORD CCP Salon
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Sia Choi

Photo Editor

Sia Choi

Title:
Photo Editor
Day-to-day:
I archive all Global Press Journal photos and correspond with the Senior Photo Editor and reporters in order to publish stories and feature photos.
Work history:
Began her professional career at Global Press Journal as a photo intern.
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Journalism - Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
Notable Accomplishments
Member of Global Press editorial team named 2020 Media Hero of the Year at the Stevie Awards; 2019-2020 Korean Government Global Internship Program (WEST) Participant; 2018 Photography Assistant Volunteer, PyeongChang Winter Olympics and Paralympics
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Bennett Hanson

Research Editor

Bennett Hanson

Title:
Research Editor
Day-to-day:
I sift through and decipher open-source research to answer the hard questions, track ongoing trends and to add accurate and compelling information to Global Press Journal stories.
Work history:
Bridge International Academies; Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Political Science - Western Washington University
Notable Accomplishments
Member of Global Press editorial team named 2020 Media Hero of the Year at the Stevie Awards, Contributed research to three award-winning Global Press Journal articles; 2019 open-source research training by Bellingcat; 2015 Passed the U.S. Department of State’s Foreign Service Officer Test (2015)
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Matt Haney

Graphics Editor

Matt Haney

Title:
Graphics Editor
Day-to-day:
I create strong visuals to draw readers into Global Press Journal stories.
Work history:
Omaha World-Herald; Arkansas Democrat-Gazette; The Lincoln Journal Star
Education:
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Painting - University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Notable Accomplishments
Multiple gold and silver medals from the Society for News Design
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Fortune Moyo

Audience & Impact Analyst

Fortune Moyo

Title:
Audience & Impact Analyst
Day-to-day:
I monitor, track and analyze the impact of Global Press Journal stories globally, working with reporters to collect local impact reports. I also produce the Global Press Bulletin, our monthly newsletter.
Work history:
10 years experience as a journalist, five of those as a reporter for Global Press Journal; Media consultant for various organizations; Communications officer for non-governmental organizations
Education:
Bachelor of Science with Honors in Journalism and Media Studies
Notable Accomplishments
Member of Global Press editorial team named 2020 and 2022 Media Heroes of the Year at the Stevie Awards
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Meagan Demitz

Wellness Manager

Meagan Demitz

Title:
Wellness Manager
Day-to-day:
I oversee the Global Press Wellness Network, to ensure that reporters have the support they need to thrive.
Work history:
Jesuit Refugee Service (social worker); Sidestreet Consulting (nonprofit strategist)
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in English - Loyola Marymount University; Master of Social Work - Boston College
Notable Accomplishments
Member of Global Press team named 2022 Media Heroes of the Year at the Stevie Awards
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Florencia Montaruli

Editorial Associate

Florencia Montaruli

Title:
Editorial Associate
Day-to-day:
I support Global Press reporters with operations, logistics and Duty of Care. I collaborate across the newsroom and leadership teams to ensure editorial efficiency by supporting all aspects of the newsroom, including the GPAN.
Work history:
More than 12 years of experience in newsrooms with editorial processes and procedures, designing, implementing and managing multimedia journalism projects for sensitive issues in a remote work environment. Specialized in disinformation threats and Human Rights, with experience across Latin America, Africa and Middle East.
Education:
BA in Journalism (Argentina); Postgraduate Diploma in Business Enterprise (Southern Institute of Technology, New Zealand) Specialization in Disinformation Awareness
Notable Accomplishments
Most of the articles written and published as a freelance journalist about Human Rights have been recognized as "reference pieces" by Joseph Humire, Yoram Ettinger and Matthew Lewitt; Student Achievement Award; Postgraduate Diploma in Business Enterprise; New Zealand Best Start Up team 2018
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Shani Akobundu-Watson

People Operations Associate

Shani Akobundu-Watson

Title:
People Operations Associate
Day-to-day:
I support the day-to-day administration of talent management and people operation processes.
Work history:
Qualtrics
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
Notable Accomplishments
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Angeles Rodriguez

Editor

Angeles Rodriguez

Title:
Editor
Day-to-day:
I work with Latin American reporters to help them edit their stories.
Work history:
In almost a decade of working as a correspondent for business publications, I’ve specialized in the energy and infrastructure sectors in Mexico and Central America. I’ve also covered elections in El Salvador, the Colombian peace process and Brazil’s landless workers movement.
Education:
Master of Arts in Latin American studies from University of California, Berkeley, and Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico’s national university.
Notable Accomplishments
Fulbright scholar
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Piyasree Dasgupta

Story Editor, Asia Team

Piyasree Dasgupta

Title:
Story Editor, Asia Team
Day-to-day:
I am a story editor on the Asia editorial team.
Work history:
I’ve been a journalist for more than 16 years and have reported on a wide range of beats, including politics, tech, culture, health and gender. I’ve worked at national English dailies in India and at global newsrooms like HuffPost.
Education:
Master of Arts in English Literature
Notable Accomplishments
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