Manahil Naveed is a journalist and strategic communications professional focused on telling impactful stories.

Hello!

I’m a senior at Northwestern University in Qatar with a passion for storytelling and social impact. My work spans journalism and strategic communications, where I use media to highlight underreported issues and shape public conversations. As a junior editor and writer at LAPP Magazine, I’ve reported on gender-based violence and social justice issues in South Asia. I’ve also worked with Al Jazeera English’s podcast The Take, where I supported research, fact-checking, and audio production on global stories.

Alongside my journalism work, I have experience in strategic communications and public relations. I’ve contributed to campaigns and social media strategy for organizations and brands including Amnesty International, Al Fardan, Ferrari, and Aston Martin, helping translate complex issues and brand narratives into engaging digital content. My reporting has also been supported by the Pulitzer Center, and I’ve worked with Transitions to further develop international storytelling projects.

I’m excited to continue working at the intersection of journalism and strategic communications, using storytelling, media strategy, and audience engagement to create meaningful impact.