Patience Rusare – Zimbabwe
Occupation/Title
Communication Expert, Peacebuilder, Journalist
Country of Origin
Zimbabwe
Summary/About Me
Patience Rusare is a highly experienced communication expert with a strong background in peacebuilding, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), research, and advocacy. As an award-winning journalist, she has garnered over 12 years of experience advocating for sustainable peace and development across Africa, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. Patience is renowned for her commitment to promoting Peace Journalism and empowering young journalists to report from a peace-inclined perspective.
Areas of Expertise
- Communication Strategy and Development
- Peace Journalism
- Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
- Advocacy and Public Relations
Professional Experience
- International award-winning journalist recognized for promoting sustainable peace and development
- Extensive experience in training and capacity building for young journalists
Key Initiatives
- Peace Journalism Training Program Patience Rusare’s Social Change Initiative focused on implementing a four-month virtual training program for young journalists in Zimbabwe. The program, titled Peace Journalism, equipped over 20 young journalists, storytellers, filmmakers, and web journalists with skills to report and frame their stories from a perspective that promotes peace and reconciliation.
Skills
- Peace building and Conflict Resolution
- Media Training and Development
- Advocacy and Public Speaking
- Research and Analysis
Patience Rusare’s dedication to promoting Peace Journalism and empowering young journalists in Zimbabwe reflects her commitment to fostering peace and reconciliation through effective communication and storytelling. Her initiatives continue to make a significant impact in the field of journalism and peacebuilding in Zimbabwe and beyond.