By | Dr. Nazaket Hussen
As The Kurdish Globe marks its 20th anniversary, we reflect not only on the longevity of a publication but on the enduring need it was created to fulfill. Every nation, people, and culture must find ways to introduce itself to the world—to share its identity, language, heritage, and worldview. For the Kurdish people, this need has been especially urgent.
Lacking a recognized state, Kurds have long faced marginalization—not only politically and economically but also in the global narrative. Our culture, struggles, and aspirations have too often remained invisible or misunderstood. In such a context, media is not merely a tool of communication; it becomes a vehicle of identity, resistance, and recognition.
Twenty years ago, The Kurdish Globe set out to bridge that gap. It was the first English-language newspaper from Kurdistan, created with a clear mission: to present the Kurdish voice, culture, and perspective to an international audience. At a time when digital platforms had not yet become widespread, The Kurdish Globe emerged as a printed publication with a bold ambition—to say to the world, “This is who we are.”
Over the past two decades, the media landscape has transformed, and The Kurdish Globe has evolved with it. Today, it speaks across multiple platforms, adapting to new forms of storytelling while staying true to its core mission. It continues to shine a light on the resilience of the Kurdish people, the injustices they have endured, and the progress they have achieved. It documents crises and recoveries, setbacks and triumphs.
Importantly, The Kurdish Globe does not speak for one group alone. It celebrates the rich diversity within the Kurdistan Region—its various dialects, religions, ethnicities, and geographies. In doing so, it strengthens the collective voice of Kurdistan by making space for all who call it home.
As we look ahead, The Kurdish Globe remains committed to being more than a newspaper. It is a platform for connection, understanding, and advocacy. It is a mirror to Kurdish society and a window through which the world can better understand us.
On this milestone anniversary, we honor the visionaries who founded this paper, the journalists who continue its work, and the readers who support its mission. The Kurdish story is still unfolding—and The Kurdish Globe will be there to tell it.