Events & Engagements

Dubai Media Pioneers

Honouring the individuals who built Dubai's media industry, through a published book and annual live storytelling sessions connecting pioneers with the next generation

About the Initiative

Dubai Media Pioneers brings together two complementary strands: a published book documenting the journeys of the individuals who helped build Dubai's media sector from its earliest days, and a recurring series of live sessions, held annually as part of the Arab Media Summit

Sessions featured prominent media leaders, veteran broadcasters, journalists, and executives including His Highness Sheikh Hasher bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Media Incorporated; H.E. Mohammed Al Murr; Abdel Ghaffar Hussein; Ayesha Sultan; Hessah Lootah; and more

What The Initiative Includes:

  • A published book documenting Dubai's media pioneers

  • Annual storytelling sessions during the Arab Media Summit

  • Direct engagement between veteran media figures and young professionals

Book + annual live sessions

Format

Arab Media Summit

Held during

May 2024

Launched

His Highness Sheikh Hasher bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, H.E. Mohammed Al Murr, Abdel Ghafar Hussein, Ayesha Sultan, Hessah Lootah, Mohammed bin Thani

Notable participants