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Episode Synopsis
Yalda Hakim is one of the most well-known faces in broadcast news today. As BBC World News’ Chief International Correspondent, she anchors the flagship program 'Impact with Yalda Hakim' on BBC World News. She is an award-winning foreign correspondent and documentary filmmaker who was raised in Australia and has roots in Afghanistan.
In 2018, Yalda launched the Yalda Hakim Foundation, which supports the professional advancement of Afghan students. She is an advocate for the rights of Afghan women and girls, and in this episode, shares her take on the current state of Afghanistan, building bridges in a divided world, and what it means to be a global leader and journalist today.
You can follow Yalda @BBCYaldaHakim and support her foundation's work www.yaldahakimfoundation.org
In 2018, Yalda launched the Yalda Hakim Foundation, which supports the professional advancement of Afghan students. She is an advocate for the rights of Afghan women and girls, and in this episode, shares her take on the current state of Afghanistan, building bridges in a divided world, and what it means to be a global leader and journalist today.
You can follow Yalda @BBCYaldaHakim and support her foundation's work www.yaldahakimfoundation.org
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