Nabila Bana

Nabila Bana is a seasoned digital journalist with a special focus on conflict and women's rights. She began her career in social impact start-ups but unexpectedly found her calling in journalism after documenting human stories during the war in Syria.

Since then, Nabila has produced digital stories for leading newsrooms across three continents. Her video journalism has amassed over 500 million views across various platforms.

Nabila blends research with creative storytelling to simplify complex narratives while uncovering fresh insights, making even the most intricate topics accessible.

Nabila holds a Masters degree in Social Innovation from the London School of Economics. Her academic journey has deepened her understanding of storytelling as a tool for social change, shaping her approach to journalism.

Most recently, at Al Jazeera English's digital media team, Nabila's work has been instrumental in spotlighting humanitarian crises, feminism, refugee stories, and environmental challenges—topics that demand attention but are frequently underreported.

Her project, Viral News Blueprint: Captivating the Next Generation on TikTok and Instagram, explores how social media can meaningfully engage younger audiences with news, using innovative strategies to bridge the gap between the legacy reporting of traditional journalism and digital-first storytelling.