Toronto, ON, Canada
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Request QuoteA journalist, reporter, and news manager focused on creating awareness and open thinking through investigative journalism. Forced to flee Afghanistan because of the Taliban and resettle in Canada. Extensive skills and knowledge in leadership, researching, writing, and video production. Samples of work can be found here. x EXPERIENCE VOICE OF AMERICA, Washington, USA │February 2022 - present A United States state-owned international broadcaster. Producing digital, TV, and radio content in 48 languages which it distributes to affiliate stations around the globe. Investigative Reporter Researched, investigated, and wrote stories regarding news and current affairs. Focused special investigations on drug cultivation and trafficking in South Asia which are yet unaired due to the implications of the content's release ARIANA NEWS NETWORK, Kabul, Afghanistan │2014 - 2021 One of the leading television channels in Afghanistan with terrestrial coverage in 33 of 34 provinces in the country. News Manager, 2017 – 2021 Managed the planning and production of the daily TV news Led and continually developed a team of 120 news staff Fostered the development story ideas, tracking of issues and events, Selected reporter coverage, scheduled stories for publication Managed a budget of US$1.2M Senior Reporter, 2014 – 2017 Investigated and gathered information on news events at the scene and by interviewing witnesses, experts, sources and officials Obtained statements and imagery on video Edited recorded information into a finished news report Developed a network of sources who provide tips and early access to information Extensively covered the war in Afghanistan including in the Kandahar, Helmand, and Jalal Abad provinces Produced acclaimed documentaries on Haqany’s Attacks on Kabul and the open sales of narcotics Ahmad Farshad Saleh │2 FANOOS INSTITUTE OF HIGHER EDUCATION, Kabul, Afghanistan │2017 – 2020 A coeducational Afghan higher education institution that is officially recognized by Afghanistan’s Ministry of Higher Education Lecturer Developed curriculum and taught courses in Report Writing and Investigative Reporting. GHAZNAWYAN TV, Ghazni, Afghanistan│2012 – 2014 A local media and news company located in Ghazni, Afghanistan Program Director Scheduled program material Determined what entertainment programs, news broadcasts, and other program material were offered to the public. AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Journalist of the Year, NAI – Supporting Open Journalism in Afghanistan, 2015 Profiled in Iran Wire – September 2021 EDUCATION Completing Masters Degree in International Relations, Afghanistan University - 2017-2019 Bachelor’s in International Relations, Avni Sena University - 2012- 2015
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A former political reporter with Afghanistan’s TOLOnews has found a new job with a Canadian broadcaster after fleeing Taliban repression in her home country. From Ottawa, Ahmad Farshad Saleh has this story, narrated by Jessica Jerreat. Roshan Noorzai and Robin Guess contributed.
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The Journey of a New Journalist in Canada: Telling the Story of Afghan Women A new journalist in Canada embarks on a powerful journey to amplify the voices of Afghan women through the launch of a dedicated news station. This station aims to shine a light on the resilience, struggles, and triumphs of Afghan women, particularly in the face of the ongoing challenges they experience in their homeland. Through compelling storytelling, in-depth interviews, and courageous reporting, the journalist seeks to bridge the gap between Afghan women and the world, ensuring their stories are heard and their experiences understood by a global audience. This new initiative promises to be a beacon of hope and a source of empowerment for Afghan women everywhere.
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Iranians and Afghans celebrate Nowruz with music!
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A community of Sufis assembles at a monastery in the vibrant city of Toronto to engage in mystical prayers and perform Qawwali recitations. The visionary founder of this sanctuary shares that for the past 27 years, devoted disciples have faithfully maintained a spiritual vigil within these sacred walls.
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For Afghan journalist Sadiq Torabzai, the path to escaping Taliban rule led through nearly a dozen countries. Now in Canada, he waits to be reunited with his children. From Toronto, Ahmad Farshad Saleh has the story
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Investigating the cultivation and production of poppy in Afghanistan after the announcement of the prohibition of cultivation by the Taliban.
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