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Farhad Yousif

Stories. Ideas. Real Impact.

Experienced journalist and media professional with over 15 years of experience in news reporting, investigative journalism, content creation, and media production.

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Farhad Yousif
15+Years of Experience
2024Lokas Founded
2026Cardu Founded
3Key Sectors

01 — ABOUT ME

Journalism, entrepreneurship and meaningful opportunities.

Experienced journalist and media professional with over 15 years of experience in news reporting, investigative journalism, content creation, and media production.

In 2024, Farhad founded and established a company operating across three key sectors: real estate, education, and journalism.

His work brings together communication, research, media management, entrepreneurship, business development, and educational initiatives, with a focus on leading diverse projects, building professional networks, and developing accurate, engaging, and impactful services.

He is committed to combining journalistic experience with business development and educational initiatives to create meaningful services and opportunities.

02 — CAREER

Professional journey.

A career spanning journalism, public administration, educational consultancy, entrepreneurship, and media development.

2003–2010

Students Organizational Work

Experienced in organizing and coordinating student activities, events, and initiatives that promote teamwork, leadership, and student engagement. Skilled in planning programs, managing responsibilities, facilitating communication, and supporting students in achieving academic and extracurricular goals.

2013–2020

Director of Minister's Office

Director of the Minister's Office, General Board of Kurdistan Regions Outside the Kurdistan Regional Administration, Council of Ministers, Kurdistan Regional Government.

2018–2024

Director of Duhok Office — RONY Educational Projects Company

Managed the RONY Duhok office, providing educational consultancy and supporting students in obtaining university admission offers. Coordinated student applications, communicated with universities and educational institutions, guided students through admission procedures, and supported students in identifying suitable study opportunities.

2024–Present

Founder & Director — LOKAS

Founded and leads an education and career development company connecting students and professionals with international study, scholarship, and career opportunities. Oversees strategic planning, business development, academic guidance, opportunity research, application strategy, professional document development, partnerships, and initiatives that expand access to global education and career pathways.

2026–Present

Journalist & Founder — CARDU

Works as a journalist and media professional in news reporting, investigative journalism, content creation, and media production. Founded Cardu, an independent media platform dedicated to uncovering stories, exploring overlooked issues, and bringing hidden perspectives to public attention.

03 — LEADERSHIP & ENTREPRENEURIAL ACHIEVEMENTS

Platforms and companies built around ideas.

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Cardu

Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Independent media platform focused on uncovering stories, exploring overlooked issues, and bringing hidden perspectives to public attention.

carducorp.com ↗
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Lokas

Founder & CEO / Director

Educational and training projects company connecting students and professionals with international study, scholarship, and career opportunities.

lokaslab.com ↗
03Founder
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Mulkyet

Founder & Editor

Property and real estate investment journalism website focused on real estate-related content and opportunities.

mulkyet.com ↗
REAL ESTATEEDUCATIONJOURNALISM

04 — EDUCATION

Academic background.

2017

Dicle University

Master's in History and Civilization

Turkey · Diyarbakir
2013

Zakho University

Bachelor's in General History

05 — SKILLS

Core capabilities.

Professional skills developed through journalism, management, education, public-sector work, and entrepreneurship.

Journalism

  • Investigative Journalism
  • News Reporting & Writing
  • Creative Writing & Storytelling
  • Research & Interviewing
  • Editorial Management

Media

  • Content Creation & Media Production
  • Digital & Online Journalism
  • Media & Communication Management
  • Communication & Networking

Business

  • Business Development
  • Entrepreneurship & Business Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Team Leadership & Management
  • Stakeholder & Public Relations

Professional

  • Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
  • Creativity & Innovation
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Professional Ethics

06 — PROFILE

Languages, interests & professional memberships.

Languages

KurdishNative

TurkishAdvanced

ArabicAdvanced

EnglishIntermediate

Hobbies & Interests

  • Journalism & Creative Writing
  • Reading & Literature
  • Travel & Cultural Exploration
  • Entrepreneurship & Business Development

Professional Memberships

  • Member of Kurdistan Union of Journalists
  • Member of the International Union of Journalists
  • International Federation of Journalists

07 — CONTACT

Let's create meaningful work together.

For journalism, media, business, educational initiatives, partnerships, interviews, and professional collaborations.

Duhok, Iraq