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For the First Time in Duhok Governorate, an Investigative Media Organization Begins Its Work

CARDU Officially Launches in Duhok, Championing Investigative Journalism and Media Independence

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At an open meeting held in the city of Duhok, and attended by Ms.Vian Abbas, Head of the Kurdistan Journalists Syndicate – Duhok Branch, the Syndicate’s administrative board, a number of representatives of official institutions, civil society organizations, writers, and journalists, Cardu was introduced and announced the beginning of its work.

The organization was registered by the Kurdistan Journalists Syndicate under license No. 191, dated 6 September 2026. Mr.Farhad Yousif is the owner of the license and serves as its Editor-in-Chief.

Cardu: Investigative Journalism and Media Training

The Editor-in-Chief explained that Cardu is an organization specialized in investigative journalism and media training, with the aim of supporting journalists, researchers, and media institutions within the framework of developing their professional capabilities, collecting information, accessing documents, analyzing them, and investigating unresolved and incomplete cases.

Cardu does not allow any individual or entity to interfere with its independence. One of the prominent principles of Cardu is the protection of the land, citizens, the law, wealth and property, and the public interest.

A Platform Without Borders

He also stated:

“It is true that the headquarters of this organization is in Duhok Governorate, but its field of work has no boundaries. By benefiting from modern technology and the international relationships we have, Cardu will become a major platform for researchers and writers from around the world.”

The Importance of Investigative Journalism

During the meeting, Mr.Khdr Domli, a media trainer, highlighted the importance of (investigative journalism) for the current reality of the region.

The views and suggestions of the participants were also discussed, and the experiences and observations of all sides were taken into consideration.

Everyone agreed that media in general, and investigative journalism in particular, are a necessity of the modern era for advancing society in all fields.

They also agreed that issues and cases whose investigation would serve the public interest should be addressed courageously, while taking into consideration the laws and high social standards in the way each case is handled and presented.