Niyaz Abdullah
Niyaz Abdullah is an independent journalist and human rights defender, and an instructor for journalists on issues of freedom of expression, information, and legal matters. She has presented and reported for the independent radio station Radio Nawa for over 12 years. She is the editor-in-chief of Makanati, a website aimed at strengthening women's participation in the media, and is also the deputy director of the organization Azadbun. Abdullah is a member of the International Association of Women in Radio and Television and has a diploma and BA in Media and Journalism.