Jan-Albert Hootsen

Jan-Albert Hootsen is an experienced online editor currently working with Het Laatste Nieuws and Trouw, where responsibilities include writing, selecting, and editing news stories, managing multimedia productions, and overseeing social media content. In addition to editorial roles, Jan-Albert serves as an adjunct professor at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, teaching a practical training course in public administration. As Mexico Representative for the Committee to Protect Journalists, Jan-Albert investigates threats to press freedom and engages in advocacy efforts. A freelance journalist since 2009, Jan-Albert has contributed to various international publications. Educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Language and Culture Studies from Utrecht University and ongoing Master's studies in Human Rights and Democracy at Flacso México.