Dubai Press Club and Google News Initiative join hands to equip region’s journalists with advanced digital skills

Dubai Press Club and Google News Initiative join hands to equip region’s journalists with advanced digital skills

The Dubai Press Club (DPC) today hosted a unique training session, conducted in cooperation with the Google News Initiative focused on equipping journalists and media professionals in the region with the knowledge and skills needed to take advantage of advanced digital tools.

The session, titled ‘Digital Reporting Skills & Digital Security’ conducted by Pamela Kesrouani, Teaching Fellow, Google News Initiative, MENA, featured a deep dive into innovative Google tools, such as Pinpoint and Google Earth, which are transforming the way journalists gather and report news. Pinpoint, a tool designed to assist reporters in sifting through large documents, and Google Earth's capabilities in enhancing storytelling with geographical information, are helping journalists create data-driven stories that provide compelling visual context and maintain high standards of factual accuracy.

Another key focus of the session was digital security, a critical concern in today's digital age. Google officials provided insights and practical tips on how to secure online accounts and protect sensitive information. The session reinforced the importance of cybersecurity for journalists dealing with confidential sources and data.

The session, also delved into how journalists can use Google Trends to explore what audiences are interested in and identify unique story ideas. Kesrouani illustrated how journalists can leverage