Saadat Mousavi
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I am Saadat Mousavi (b. 1990). In addition to my expertise as an economist, I write essays and analyses on cultural and social issues. I have a passion for intercultural interaction and promoting pluralistic values. I regularly publish in Dutch media, such as at RFG Media and the Dagblad van het Noorden newspaper. With my publications, I strive for social impact.
Want to get in touch with me? Then mail to redactie@rfgmedia.nl.
Work experience
2015 - 2021: Strategic Manager/Financial Officer at The Central Bank of Afghanistan
Responsible for preparing financial statements, financial reports and optimising financial processes.
2019 - 2020: Journalist at Rah-e-Madaniyat and 8am newspapers
Wrote essays, analyses and columns on economics, culture and social issues such as women's rights.
Training
2019 - 2021: Master's degree in Economic Development, Kateb University, Kabul (interrupted)
Focus on international economic development.
2015 - 2017: Bachelor of Business Economics, Garjistan University, Kabul
Specialising in financial strategies and business management.
Specialisms
Intercultural interaction: Expertise in promoting communication and cooperation between different cultural groups.
Writing skills: Publication of essays and analysis on social issues.
Stories
A tribute to humanity
On both sides of the border bank, the same song sounds
‘Every time a door closes for us, we look for another’
‘Sometimes you just need someone to listen’
From Kabul to the sounds of Amsterdam
In a new culture, grow like a child
Like a kiss in the dark
Afghan journalist Saima Soltani: ‘As if my happiness was a crime’
The radical transformation of the Afghan press
‘To what extent can you impose culture and customs on each other?’
‘Comparison is the way to understand the world’
What I saw in The Hague - an essay on war, peace and Johannes Vermeer
The end of their suffering, is the beginning of peace
Summer essay #2: A waking dream
