Nicholas Kristof

Journalist

Nicholas Kristof is an internationally acclaimed journalist, author, television host and commentator. With over three decades of journalism experience, he has earned two Pulitzer Prizes and many other accolades. A graduate in American history with an appreciation of international affairs – he has used his reporting skills to explore human rights abuses and improve the condition of the world's disadvantaged. He is renowned for his in-depth reporting on human rights violations and uplifting stories of hope. Nicholas Kristof has been pushed to the forefront as a thought leader and advocate for international human rights. He is a prolific writer, writing a weekly column for the New York Times since 2001 and authoring several books. He has travelled to Middle Eastern and Asian countries, performing interviews and exploring the complex issues people face in these regions. Having a passion for raising awareness for issues that are of concern to people, he regularly highlights human rights violations on his Twitter account, sharing stories of people whom he's interviewed on his travels. His work has seen immense success; having been awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 1990 and 2006 for his international reporting and commentary. He dedicated his work to improving conditions in Africa and East Asia, actively campaigning against sex-trafficking and child labor – an issue which still significantly affects the lives of many. Nicholas Kristof continues to shed light on these issues today and has dedicated himself to the idea of elevating the lives of those less fortunate than him. He often speaks out on political and social issues; regularly advocating for community leaders, human rights activists and journalists around the world.