Abdallah Mobaideen

Experience

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  NGOS

  Jan 2005 - now

  VOLUNTEER WORK AND SOCIETAL CONTRIBUTIONS

  As CEO and Editor-in-Chief at Ohio in Arabic Foundation, I'm proud of our impactful contributions, especially during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dedicated efforts resulted in successful social media platforms, keeping the Ohio Arabic-speaking community well-informed and connected. We also initiated a collaborative effort addressing mental health issues, demonstrating our commitment to making a lasting impact | 2019-2023Volunteered at Riverview International Center, aiding immigrants and newcomers through community engagement, service referrals, and promotion on Ohio in Arabic social media platforms | 2018-2022Volunteered to organize journalism, community media, and news editing workshops for non-profits and educational institutions, including King Abdullah II Fund, Injaz Foundation, University of Jordan, Yarmouk and Petra Universities | 2009-2015Invited, on a volunteer basis by non-profits and educational institutions to lecture on diverse literary, media, political, and social topics related to human development, fast reading, and thinking skills | 2011-2015 Show less

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  Many NGOs & Companies

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2016

  Freelance Trainer

  Journalism and Human Rights- Joint Analysis Unit, United Nations – Trained Independent High Commissioner for Human Rights in Iraq Video Production Training: Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Liberty- Media Skills in Crises: Red Cross Training Search and Rescue TeamManaging Media Campaigns Ministry of Education, Masqat, Oman Basic Media Skills and Citizen Journalism, The Jordanian Hashemite Fund for Human DevelopmentCapacity Building in Media Skills- Injjaz Foundation, VolunteerCapacity Building Training:o King Abdullah II Fund for Developmento University of Jordan o Petra UniversityWorkshops and Courses Given at Jordan Media Institute:o Human Rights o Essential Media Skills Jordan o Media Literacy Through Radioo “How to Deal with the Media and Write Press Releases?” for Physicians Health Sector RepresentativesTrained students in remote villages of Jordan Show less

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  Freelancer

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2016

  • Developing communication and media strategy• Managing Media Campaigns

  • Media Consultant

    Jan 2010 - Jan 2016

  • Trainer

    Jan 2006 - Jan 2016
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  Freelance

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2016

  Journalist and News Editor

  • Co-Editor-in-Chief Newsroom, Jordan Media Institute, during coverage of Jordanian parliamentary elections• Freelance Reporter, covered famine in Somalia• Creator and co-editor Albonnderah, weekly page or satirical essays, in Al-Arab Alyawm daily newspaper• Freelance, News Editor, Deeretna News• Freelance, Reporter, News Editor, and Writer, Islah News • Reporter, Jordan Media Institute, covering Jordanian parliamentary elections• Writer for many websites

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  Al Ra'i Daily Newspaper

  Jan 2011 - Oct 2012

  News Editor

  I have extensive experience in journalistic editing in online and printed newspapers. I worked in “Al Rai”, the most circulated daily newspaper in Jordan, as News Editor for Governorate news. My role included researching topics, planning and coordinating content, processing submissions, in addition to reviewing and editing news articles, and press coverages. My editing work also included coordinating with correspondents to assign coverage of events and ensure comprehensive, fact-checked articles that adhere to professional and ethical standards. I provided mentorship and insight to support creative ideas. Show less

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  Jordan Media Institute

  Jan 2012 - Apr 2016

  I worked at JMI for about four years as an Associate Director of Training and Projects. In that role, I contributed to the design, organization, and innovation of about 100 programs, courses, conferences, and workshops that addressed different specialized aspects of journalistic work. This work necessitates being able to carry out needs’ assessments, adapt to the needs of learners from different backgrounds, mastery of administrative tasks, working within deadlines, in addition to being able to collaborate and obtain funding from organizations of the international community. The different educational, organizational, and administrative tasks of my work enhanced my academic experiences and constituted an excellent challenge that allowed me to make innovative changes to a traditional work model. Show less • Journalism and Human Rights- Joint Analysis Unit, United Nations – Trained Independent High Commissioner for Human Rights in Iraq • Video Production Training: Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Liberty- • Media Skills in Crises: Red Cross Training Search and Rescue Team• Managing Media Campaigns Ministry of Education, Masqat, Oman • Basic Media Skills and Citizen Journalism, The Jordanian Hashemite Fund for Human Development• Capacity Building in Media Skills- Injjaz Foundation, Volunteer• Capacity Building Training:o King Abdullah II Fund for Developmento University of Jordan o Petra University• Workshops and Courses Given at Jordan Media Institute:o Human Rights o Essential Media Skills Jordan o Media Literacy Through Radioo “How to Deal with the Media and Write Press Releases?” for Physicians Health Sector Representatives Show less

  • Associate Director of Training and Projects

    Oct 2012 - Apr 2016

  • Trainer

    Jan 2012 - Jan 2016
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  Freelancer

  Sept 2018 - now

  Arabic Teacher

  My love for the Arabic language has defined my career. For years, I studied and worked with and within the language at various levels. Those included proficiency of speaking, writing, and analysis of literary texts, my studies of Journalism and Media during my undergraduate and master’s degrees, where the language is a crucial part, my work as a news editor, essayist, and reporter, and finally my role in education and training.

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  Asian American Community Services

  Sept 2018 - Dec 2020

  Part Time Arabic Interpreter
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  Ohio in Arabic

  May 2019 - now

  Founder and Chief Editor

  Ohio in Arabic (OIA) is an independent local newspaper published in Arabic in Columbus, the capital of the state of Ohio. OIA started in 2020 as a monthly printed copy, and then, due to challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic; OIA became an electronic newspaper. OIA focuses on news, topics, and materials that are relevant to Arabic immigrants and the Arab community. This encompasses all aspects of life in the state of Ohio and the United States in general.OIA is an aspirational, independent project, established by an Arab immigrant who believes in the freedom of speech and in principles of pluralism, justice, and in society’s right to knowledge and access to information.OIA is registered as a limited liability company in the state of Ohio. It is not affiliated with any governmental or private entities, and thus, is not subject to political, intellectual, or financial constraints.Mission:Contribute to constructive communication and bridges of trust and love between people of different cultures based on a solid foundation of mutual respect and understanding.Vision:We believe that Journalism is a channel to spread culture, make a positive impact on societies, and promote common human values.Objectives:Support and protect society’s right to know and to access information and basic services.Facilitate integration and interaction between Arab and immigrant communities with American society.Provide an interactive platform for Arab expatriates and learners of Arabic language to exchange experiences and ideas.Encourage and support meaningful community initiatives and projects.Core Values:AccuracyObjectivity and impartialityIndependence Show less

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  Ohio in Arabic Foundation

  May 2022 - now

  Founder and CEO

  Ohio in Arabic Foundation’s mission is to empower the Arab community in America. We aim to achieve our mission by helping immigrants and refugees from Arab-speaking countries and the ensuing generations obtain information, access basic services, overcome obstacles they may face in the United States, and ultimately facilitate their integration and assimilation into American society. Ohio in Arabic Foundation seeks to help the Arab community thrive, prosper, and excel. This will release energy that benefits the American society overall. Show less