On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, the Department of Media and Journalism Administration at Nawroz University, in collaboration with the Kurdistan Journalists Syndicate - Duhok Branch, held a symposium titled "Kurdish Media Today: Level, Responsibility, and Requirements" at the Rahmi Hakkari Hall.
The symposium featured several key topics presented by academic and media figures:
Dr. Mahdi Shaban from Salahaddin University discussed the current level and professionalism of Kurdish media.
Viyan Abbas, Head of the Kurdistan Journalists Syndicate in Duhok, addressed the responsibility of Kurdish media.
Ako Mohammed, Director of the Rudaw Media Network, highlighted the specific requirements of Kurdish media and what is expected of it.
The event aimed to identify the requirements for transitioning Kurdish media from basic broadcasting to professional standards, and to align media discourse with the interests of Kurdistan. Additional goals included encouraging Kurdish media to fulfill its proper role and raising public awareness to reject poor-quality content.
