FilmAid
Okello Peter is an experienced journalist and media professional currently serving as a correspondent for The Guardian Newspaper since July 2016, focusing on topics related to conflicts, economic development, and politics. Okello has also worked as a sub-editor for The Refugee Magazine with FilmAid International, where editing articles on refugee issues is a primary responsibility. Additional roles include Executive Director for Press and Media at Boma State Secretariat, where Okello organizes press releases and writes speeches for the Governor. Previous positions include Production Manager at Jonglei Public Radio, Senior Project Coordinator for Anyuak Recovery Trust, and English Teacher at Windle Trust International in IFO refugee camp. Okello’s education includes a degree in Journalism and Mass Communications from Zetech University, as well as advanced diploma and diploma qualifications in communication and public relations.
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FilmAid
FilmAid was founded by independent filmmakers in 1999 in response to the refugee crisis in Kosovo. After nearly two decades of innovation, FilmAid has become a leader in amplifying the voices of displaced youth, and providing life-saving information to communities in need. Using a community-based, and multi-channel approach, FilmAid provides displaced people with actionable information about their rights, their safety, their health and their future. Through video, radio, print, SMS, and digital media campaigns created and distributed in collaboration with refugee communities, FilmAid is able to reach over 400,000 people in refugee camps and urban areas every year. And FilmAid’s 24-month Media Training courses empower the next generation of storytellers with the skills they need to advocate for themselves, their community and their right to a future filled with hope.