First in the Middle East: Kurdistan Chronicle Wins Award of Excellence
Kurdistan Chronicle joins a distinguished list of winners that includes CBC, the Associated Press (AP), the 60 Minutes program, NPR Radio, ABC News, and The Atlantic, all of which were recognized for their exemplary reporting, programs, and documentaries.
By Kamaran Aziz
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) — In a landmark achievement for Kurdish media, Kurdistan Chronicle has been awarded the "Award of Excellence" by the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) in the United States, becoming the first magazine from the Middle East to receive this prestigious honor.
The Religion Communicators Council, established in 1929, has been presenting the Award of Excellence alongside the renowned Wilbur Award since 1949 to media organizations, journalists, and personalities who have made significant contributions to promoting religious issues and fostering a culture of coexistence. This year, Kurdistan Chronicle joins a distinguished list of winners that includes CBC, the Associated Press (AP), the 60 Minutes program, NPR Radio, ABC News, and The Atlantic, all of which were recognized for their exemplary reporting, programs, and documentaries.
A delegation from Kurdistan Chronicle's Kurdistan and American offices attended the award ceremony held in Salt Lake City, Utah. Representing the team, Sardar Sattar delivered a speech highlighting the rich tradition of coexistence in the Kurdistan Region and offering a concise overview of Kurdish history.
In his address, Sattar emphasized the importance of conveying the Kurdish narrative to global audiences. He outlined how Kurdistan Chronicle has evolved into a vital platform that amplifies the Kurdish voice, sheds light on the region's history, culture, and aspirations, and promotes values of tolerance and peaceful coexistence amid a tumultuous regional landscape.
The recognition of Kurdistan Chronicle at such a prestigious international forum is a testament to the magazine’s editorial commitment to excellence, cultural representation, and journalistic integrity. It also reflects the growing importance of Kurdish media on the global stage, as Kurdish journalists and storytellers strive to bring the realities of the Kurdistan Region into sharper focus for international audiences.
This achievement marks a significant milestone not only for Kurdistan Chronicle but for the broader Kurdish media landscape, underscoring the crucial role of free, vibrant, and responsible journalism in shaping perceptions and fostering cross-cultural understanding.
