Yousef Shayeb

A Palestinian journalist and film critic residing in Ramallah. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Media from Yarmouk University and a Higher Diploma in Film Criticism from Ankara University. He has been working in cultural journalism since 1998, holding various positions, including Editor-in-Chief of the platforms "Palestinian Culture" and "Cultural Independence," as well as serving as a media consultant for several cultural institutions and ministries in Palestine.

He has participated as a jury member and guest in international film and theater festivals such as Cannes, Berlin, and Carthage. He has published literary and academic works, including two poetry collections and books on the history of Palestinian cinema. He has completed several advanced courses in media and media strategies from international institutes such as Al Jazeera and the British Institute for Development.