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University of Sussex – Professor of Political Journalism
An independent media consultant and the first Professor of Political Journalism at the University of Sussex, Ivor Gaber is an elected member of UNESCO’s inter-governmental Council of the International Programme for the Development of Communication (IPDC).
An expert practitioner, teacher and researcher in political journalism, Professor Gaber has been widely published, is a frequent keynote speaker at conferences worldwide, and has devised and run training courses and media projects for journalists in new and post-conflict democracies in Africa, Asia and Europe.
In addition to former academic roles at Goldsmith’s London and the University of Bedfordshire, Ivor’s previous experience as a reporter, producer and programme editor spans the major news channels including BBC TV and Radio, ITN, Channel Four and Sky News and national newspapers. He is currently an election consultant for ITV News and has advised UK Government departments, the European Union and the Council of Europe.
Described by Guy Berger (UNESCO’s Director for Freedom of Expression and Media Development) as ‘the father of the United Nations Plan to protect journalists’, Pofessor Gaber has made a major contribution to the work of the UN and is a passionate advocate of freedom of expression.
#Institution
University of Sussex
Professor of Political Journalism
#Alma-Matter
University of London
MA, PhD..
#Role at UNESCO
IPDC – International Programme for the Development of Communication
Professor Gaber, Speaking of his re-election to the IPDC
Institutions
University of Sussex
Professor of Political Journalism
Goldsmith, University of London
Emeritus Professor of Broadcast Journalism
Media Sector UK
Broadcast Journalist
Role at UNESCO
UK Representative on the IPDC – International Programme for the Development of Communication
UKNC Representation: IPDC – International Programme for the Development of Communication
An Intergovernmental Council composed of 39 member states is elected by UNESCO’s General Conference, taking into account the need to ensure equitable geographical distribution and appropriate rotation. The Council normally meets in a regular plenary session once every two years. Extraordinary sessions may be convened as specified in the Council’s Rules of Procedure.
Described by Guy Berger (UNESCO’s Director for Freedom of Expression and Media Development) as the father of the United Nations Plan to protect journalists’ Professor Gaber made a major contribution to this plan and is a passionate advocate of freedom of expression.
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Professor Gaber, Speaking of his re-election to the IPDC
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Professor Sheila McLean, OBE and Professor Emerita of Law and Ethics in Medicine at the University of Glasgow, is an Accredited Expert representing the UK on UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Bioethics Committee.
We work closely with experts and professionals in the fields of education, science, culture and communication and information from across the United Kingdom. From our Non-Executive Directors who advise the UK Government.
We work closely with experts and professionals in the fields of education, science, culture and communication and information from across the United Kingdom. From our Non-Executive Directors who advise the UK Government.
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