#whereicomefrom: Defining who we are and how we work.

People look to journalists they can trust.

MAX HOFMANN Studio Brussels

Foreword This year, Deutsche Welle celebrates 65 years of journalism that reaches audiences worldwide.

Germany’s international broadcaster is recognized around the world for taking a clear stance on the most pressing issues of our time, strengthening human rights and opening up new perspectives to its online users, radio listeners and television viewers.

Our journalists hail from all corners of the world.

We deeply value the diversity they bring to DW. They put the sharing of objective information and the transfer of knowledge at the core of the service we provide for our audiences in all 30 languages.

The role of independent media within the global dialogue is becoming increasingly more relevant. Realizing, that knowledge itself is power, regimes try to limit access to unbiased information. DW’s mission is to empower its audiences with a reliable basis for their own decisions.

I am grateful for your choice to rely on DW as your trusted source of information.

Sincerely, Peter Limbourg, Director General

For me, the big picture isn’t only the stories that I tell – but who I am telling them for.

EDITH KIMANI DW News

My aim is to pursue the truth by accurately verifying facts and challenging assumptions.

DIMA TARHINI

DW Massaiya on DW (Arabia)

It’s not just about being neutral – it’s about being truthful.

BRENT GOFF

DW News and The Day

For those who demand more than just the news.

Providing reliable news and information worldwide Our viewers and users turn to DW for bold journalism that reflects democracy and freedom of speech. Our journalists are curious and diligent – just like the people we serve. Our content reflects a daily expedition to discover the world and uncover new stories, perspectives and opinions on global issues.

Made for minds DW strives to put its users in a position to draw their own conclusions and become active in social and political processes.

Our audience is curious and ambitious, with their own ideas and viewpoints – individuals, just like you.

My work doesn’t focus on headlines, I want to find out what’s below the surface.

PIA CASTRO

¡Aquí estoy! on DW (Español)

dw.com

Providing depth to the world’s most-pressing issues.

Our journalists don’t shy away from confrontation.

They ask the uncomfortable questions and push past the headlines to find the day’s most intriguing stories.

Their mission is to provide answers to important issues with global impact – because that is what you deserve.

I want to find those authentic stories about everyday people who have something to share.

ELIZABETH SHOO

DW News and Kiswahili Service

The international media organization with global reach.

DW by the numbers 30 DW has developed regional television lineups in English, German, Spanish and Arabic, with radio and online content available in 30 languages. DW offers news, features and documentaries covering everything from business, science and politics to arts, culture and sports.

50 DW Akademie has been offering media professionals a broad range of training and consulting services for more than 50 years. It also provides a trainee program and a bilingual master’s degree for the journalists and media professionals of tomorrow.

60 DW relies on an international team from 60 nations to create and distribute its content worldwide. DW is a public entity, financed by federal tax revenue. DW is headquartered in Bonn and Berlin, but at home around the globe with bureaus in 20 countries.

4,000 We rely on our network of 4,000 partners to ensure that we are available to audiences worldwide via television, radio and online. But there are also plenty of other options like the DW app, podcasting, live-streaming, newsletters, mobile and messaging services.

1,000,000 DW opens a window to the German language, the daily life and the mentality of the people. This is reflected in our German courses. And the demand for learning German is on the rise – there are more than 1 million fans of DW’s German courses on Facebook.

157,000,000 We reach more than 157 million people weekly worldwide, who value us as a reliable source of information. These are opinion leaders and those who actively stand up for democracy, human rights and civil society.

I want to look past walls and borders because the truth is never just on one side.

CAROLINA CHIMOY

Cuadriga and DW News on DW (EspaĂąol)

It is my duty to reach out to women bound by social roles and show them a new perspective.

DEBARATI GUHA Bengali Service

I want to give the younger generation a platform to express themselves freely.

JAAFAR ABDUL KARIM Shababtalk on DW (Arabia)

Where most people see the world, I experience it as a symphony.

ESKANDAR ABADI Farsi Service

A daily quest to create local content with a twist.

Global content with local relevance Viewers around the globe tune in to DW because it’s news and information they can trust. But our regional expertise ensures that we can provide quality content with a local twist.

Creating something unique Innovative programs like Eco@Africa shine a light on environmental issues and Shababtalk, our award-winning program for the Arab world, puts the focus on the younger generation.

By working with regional partners in Latin America, our Spanish-speaking audiences also get context to international news.

The best from Germany Our unique partnership with Germany’s public broadcasters ARD and ZDF gives German speaking viewers with a direct connection to Germany and Europe.

Freedom is the necessary precondition for creativity and ultimately, progress.

ZHANNA NEMTSOVA

Nemtsova.Interview and Russian Service

Freedom of speech is fundamental to society.

Turning the spotlight on free speech DW was founded to offer news to global audiences and to promote democratic values around the world. We still focus on this today.

Our journalists report on human rights around the globe and we believe that freedom is the ultimate human right – whether that refers to freedom of speech, media, assembly or religion.

Supporting freedom through education In addition to providing news and information, DW also supports freedom of expression and media freedom through DW Akademie’s activities in 50 countries around the world.

Rewarding courage In 2015, we launched the DW Freedom of Speech Award to honor those engaged in a daily fight for free expression.

You can have an enormous impact on society – if you take a stand.

WASLAT HASRAT-NAZIMI DW News and Afghan Service

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