{"id":90,"date":"2026-03-18T08:46:41","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T08:46:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/network-journalists\/"},"modified":"2026-03-18T08:46:41","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T08:46:41","slug":"network-journalists","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/astf.net\/new\/network-journalists\/","title":{"rendered":"Journalists Network"},"content":{"rendered":"<body><p><\/p>\n<section class=\"section animated-gradient\" id=\"hero\">\n<div class=\"container hero-grid\">\n<div>\n<h1 class=\"page-title\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.title\">\n              Arab Science Journalists Association<br>\n            <\/h1>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"margin-top: 1.2rem; max-width: 36rem;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.subtitle\">\n              Developing scientific Arabic mass media and bridging the gap between scientists and society through professional science journalism across the Arab world.\n            <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 1.6rem; display: flex; gap: 0.75rem; flex-wrap: wrap;\">\n              <a href=\"\/new\/networks\/\" class=\"btn btn-outline\"><br>\n                <i data-lucide=\"arrow-left\" class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><br>\n                <span data-i18n=\"networks.backToNetworks\">Back to Networks<\/span><br>\n              <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hero-media\">\n<div class=\"hero-illustration\">\n              <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/astf.net\/images\/ASTF-Logo-1.png\" alt=\"ASTF Logo\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: contain;\">\n            <\/div>\n<div class=\"hero-footnote\">\n              <i data-lucide=\"pen-tool\" class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"color: var(--brand-primary);\"><\/i>\n<p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 0.9rem;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.heroFootnote\">\n                Led by Dr. Nehal Lasheen\n              <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bg-light section\" id=\"about\">\n<div class=\"content-narrow container\">\n<div class=\"card reveal-up\">\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.section1\">About ASJA<\/h2>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.desc1\">\n              The Arab Science Journalists Association (ASJA) was founded with the mission to develop scientific Arabic mass media and bridge the gap between scientists and society. The network recognizes that effective science communication is essential for public understanding and engagement with scientific advancement.\n            <\/p>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin-top: 1rem;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.desc2\">\n              Based in Cairo, Egypt, and led by Dr. Nehal Lasheen, ASJA brings together science journalists, communicators, and media professionals dedicated to improving the quality and reach of science reporting in the Arab world.\n            <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"section\" id=\"mission\">\n<div class=\"content-narrow container\">\n<h2 style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.section2\">Core Mission<\/h2>\n<div class=\"stack\">\n<div class=\"bg-sky card reveal-up\">\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card1\">Develop Scientific Media<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card1Desc\">\n                Advance the quality and professionalism of Arabic-language scientific journalism and mass media coverage.\n              <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bg-sky card reveal-up\">\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card2\">Bridge Science and Society<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card2Desc\">\n                Create effective communication channels between the scientific community and the general public.\n              <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bg-sky card reveal-up\">\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card3\">Build Professional Capacity<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card3Desc\">\n                Provide training and resources to science journalists across the Arab region to enhance their reporting skills.\n              <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bg-sky card reveal-up\">\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card4\">Promote Science Literacy<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card4Desc\">\n                Increase public understanding and appreciation of science, technology, and innovation in Arab societies.\n              <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bg-light section\" id=\"activities\">\n<div class=\"content-narrow container\">\n<div class=\"card reveal-up\">\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.section3\">Key Activities<\/h2>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.desc7\">\n              ASJA engages in a variety of activities to support and develop science journalism across the Arab world:\n            <\/p>\n<ul class=\"list\">\n<li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity1\">Training workshops and seminars for science journalists and communicators<\/li>\n<li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity2\">Networking events connecting journalists with scientists and researchers<\/li>\n<li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity3\">Conferences on science communication and media coverage<\/li>\n<li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity4\">Professional development programs for media professionals<\/li>\n<li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity5\">Content creation and dissemination of quality science stories<\/li>\n<li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity6\">Advocacy for better science coverage in Arab media<\/li>\n<li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity7\">Collaboration with international science journalism organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"section\" id=\"leadership\">\n<div class=\"content-narrow container\">\n<div class=\"card reveal-up\">\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.section4\">Leadership<\/h2>\n<div class=\"stack-lg\" style=\"margin-top: 1.5rem;\">\n<div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5rem; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card5\">Network Head<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.leaderDesc\">\n                  <strong>Dr. Nehal Lasheen<\/strong> leads ASJA\u2019s efforts to strengthen science journalism and communication across the Arab region.\n                <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5rem; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card6\">Headquarters<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.hqDesc\">\n                  <strong>Cairo, Egypt<\/strong> serves as the base for ASJA\u2019s operations and coordination activities.\n                <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bg-light section\" id=\"join\">\n<div class=\"container split\">\n<div class=\"card reveal-up\">\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\" data-i18n=\"hero.joinNetwork\">Join the Network<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.joinDesc\">\n              Connect with science journalists, communicators, and media professionals dedicated to improving science coverage across the Arab world.\n            <\/p>\n<p>            <a href=\"\/new\/membership\/\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" style=\"margin-top: 1rem; width: fit-content;\"><br>\n              <i data-lucide=\"users-2\" class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><br>\n              <span data-i18n=\"common.becomeMember\">Become a Member<\/span><br>\n            <\/a>\n          <\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"card reveal-up\">\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card7\">Network Information<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin-bottom: 1rem;\">\n              <strong data-i18n=\"common.fullName\">Full Name:<\/strong> <span data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.fullName\">Arab Science Journalists Association (ASJA)<\/span><br>\n              <strong data-i18n=\"common.head\">Head:<\/strong> <span data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.headName\">Dr. Nehal Lasheen<\/span><br>\n              <strong data-i18n=\"common.headquarters\">Headquarters:<\/strong> <span data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.location\">Cairo, Egypt<\/span><br>\n              <strong data-i18n=\"common.focus\">Focus:<\/strong> <span data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.focusArea\">Science Journalism &amp; Communication<\/span>\n            <\/p>\n<p>            <a href=\"\/new\/networks\/\" class=\"btn btn-outline\" style=\"margin-top: 1rem; width: fit-content;\"><br>\n              <i data-lucide=\"arrow-left\" class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><br>\n              <span data-i18n=\"common.allNetworks\">All Networks<\/span><br>\n            <\/a>\n          <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><\/p>\n<\/body>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arab Science Journalists Association Developing scientific Arabic mass media and bridging the gap between scientists and society through professional science journalism across the Arab world. Back to Networks Led by Dr. Nehal Lasheen About ASJA The Arab Science Journalists Association (ASJA) was founded with the mission to develop scientific Arabic mass media and bridge the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"pagelayer_contact_templates":[],"_pagelayer_content":"[pl_section el_id=\"astf-main\"][pl_col pagelayer-id=\"col1\" stretch=\"auto\" col_style=\"default\"][pl_raw_html]\n<section class=\"section animated-gradient\" id=\"hero\">\n        <div class=\"container hero-grid\">\n          <div>\n            <h1 class=\"page-title\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.title\">\n              Arab Science Journalists Association\n            <\/h1>\n            <p class=\"subtle\" style=\"margin-top: 1.2rem; max-width: 36rem;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.subtitle\">\n              Developing scientific Arabic mass media and bridging the gap between scientists and society through professional science journalism across the Arab world.\n            <\/p>\n            <div style=\"margin-top: 1.6rem; display: flex; gap: 0.75rem; flex-wrap: wrap;\">\n              <a href=\"\/new\/networks\/\" class=\"btn btn-outline\">\n                <i data-lucide=\"arrow-left\" class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                <span data-i18n=\"networks.backToNetworks\">Back to Networks<\/span>\n              <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"hero-media\">\n            <div class=\"hero-illustration\">\n              <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/astf.net\/images\/ASTF-Logo-1.png\" alt=\"ASTF Logo\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: contain;\" \/>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"hero-footnote\">\n              <i data-lucide=\"pen-tool\" class=\"icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"color: var(--brand-primary);\"><\/i>\n              <p style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 0.9rem;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.heroFootnote\">\n                Led by Dr. Nehal Lasheen\n              <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/section>\n\n      <section class=\"bg-light section\" id=\"about\">\n        <div class=\"content-narrow container\">\n          <div class=\"card reveal-up\">\n            <h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.section1\">About ASJA<\/h2>\n            <p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.desc1\">\n              The Arab Science Journalists Association (ASJA) was founded with the mission to develop scientific Arabic mass media and bridge the gap between scientists and society. The network recognizes that effective science communication is essential for public understanding and engagement with scientific advancement.\n            <\/p>\n            <p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin-top: 1rem;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.desc2\">\n              Based in Cairo, Egypt, and led by Dr. Nehal Lasheen, ASJA brings together science journalists, communicators, and media professionals dedicated to improving the quality and reach of science reporting in the Arab world.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/section>\n\n      <section class=\"section\" id=\"mission\">\n        <div class=\"content-narrow container\">\n          <h2 style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.section2\">Core Mission<\/h2>\n          <div class=\"stack\">\n            <div class=\"bg-sky card reveal-up\">\n              <h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card1\">Develop Scientific Media<\/h3>\n              <p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card1Desc\">\n                Advance the quality and professionalism of Arabic-language scientific journalism and mass media coverage.\n              <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"bg-sky card reveal-up\">\n              <h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card2\">Bridge Science and Society<\/h3>\n              <p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card2Desc\">\n                Create effective communication channels between the scientific community and the general public.\n              <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"bg-sky card reveal-up\">\n              <h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card3\">Build Professional Capacity<\/h3>\n              <p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card3Desc\">\n                Provide training and resources to science journalists across the Arab region to enhance their reporting skills.\n              <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"bg-sky card reveal-up\">\n              <h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card4\">Promote Science Literacy<\/h3>\n              <p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card4Desc\">\n                Increase public understanding and appreciation of science, technology, and innovation in Arab societies.\n              <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/section>\n\n      <section class=\"bg-light section\" id=\"activities\">\n        <div class=\"content-narrow container\">\n          <div class=\"card reveal-up\">\n            <h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.section3\">Key Activities<\/h2>\n            <p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.desc7\">\n              ASJA engages in a variety of activities to support and develop science journalism across the Arab world:\n            <\/p>\n            <ul class=\"list\">\n              <li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity1\">Training workshops and seminars for science journalists and communicators<\/li>\n              <li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity2\">Networking events connecting journalists with scientists and researchers<\/li>\n              <li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity3\">Conferences on science communication and media coverage<\/li>\n              <li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity4\">Professional development programs for media professionals<\/li>\n              <li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity5\">Content creation and dissemination of quality science stories<\/li>\n              <li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity6\">Advocacy for better science coverage in Arab media<\/li>\n              <li data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.activity7\">Collaboration with international science journalism organizations<\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/section>\n\n      <section class=\"section\" id=\"leadership\">\n        <div class=\"content-narrow container\">\n          <div class=\"card reveal-up\">\n            <h2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.section4\">Leadership<\/h2>\n            <div class=\"stack-lg\" style=\"margin-top: 1.5rem;\">\n              <div>\n                <h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5rem; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card5\">Network Head<\/h3>\n                <p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.leaderDesc\">\n                  <strong>Dr. Nehal Lasheen<\/strong> leads ASJA's efforts to strengthen science journalism and communication across the Arab region.\n                <\/p>\n              <\/div>\n              <div>\n                <h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5rem; font-size: 1.1rem; color: var(--brand-primary);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.card6\">Headquarters<\/h3>\n                <p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink); margin: 0;\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.hqDesc\">\n                  <strong>Cairo, Egypt<\/strong> serves as the base for ASJA's operations and coordination activities.\n                <\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/section>\n\n      <section class=\"bg-light section\" id=\"join\">\n        <div class=\"container split\">\n          <div class=\"card reveal-up\">\n            <h3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\" data-i18n=\"hero.joinNetwork\">Join the Network<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"subtle\" style=\"color: var(--brand-ink);\" data-i18n=\"pages.network-journalists.joinDesc\">\n              Connect with science journalists, communicators, and media professionals dedicated to improving science coverage across the Arab world.\n            <\/p>\n            <a href=\"\/new\/membership\/\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" style=\"margin-top: 1rem; 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