Al Jazeera's Gaza Bureau Chief Wael Al-Dahdouh Selected For Kerala Media Academy's 'Mediaperson Of The Year' Award

Amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, the Kerala Media Academy (KMA) has awarded Wael Al-Dahdouh, Gaza bureau chief of Al Jazeera with the 'Mediaperson of the Year' award.

Al-Dahdouh, who suffered injuries and is currently undergoing treatment in Qatar, was selected for the award based on recommendations from investigative 'journalists' and media magazine editors.

Presented by Chief Minister, the recognition includes a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh, a citation, and a sculpture.

The academy said in a statement that Al-Dahdouh was “a global face of journalistic courage, who continues to work despite the heavy losses borne by his family.” 

As reported by Arab News, Al-Dahdouh’s wife Amna, son Mahmoud, daughter Sham and grandson Adam were killed in October after an Israeli air raid hit the home at the Nuseirat refugee camp where they were camping.

Kerala Media Academy

The Kerala Media Academy (KMA) is a notable higher education institute operated by the government of the southern state of Kerala.

Apart from offering educational programs, the KMA also takes initiatives to honor and acknowledge individuals who have made significant contributions to journalism.

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