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Hamid Atiyeh Pour

Hamid Atiyeh Pour

De Bilt,UT

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in political commentary and youth counseling at COA. Proven ability in multilingual communication and stakeholder engagement, delivering insightful reports under tight deadlines. Recognized for fostering positive change and implementing effective strategies that enhance understanding and collaboration across diverse audiences.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Counselor – UAM

COA – Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (Netherlands)
06.2023 - Current
  • Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
  • Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
  • Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
  • Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
  • Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
  • Implemented variety of fun and recreational activities for residents.
  • Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
  • Created and implemented individualized plans for individual youth.
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.

Deputy Executive Director

The EWANA Center for Cultural Understanding
10.2022 - 03.2024
  • Coordinated and supported an international roundtable series on cultural, political, and security issues, bringing together stakeholders from government, civil society, and academia.
  • Conducted background research and monitoring of developments to prepare discussion material and provide participants with clear, well-structured insights.
  • Drafted and reviewed reports and summaries to ensure accuracy, clarity, and accessibility for a broad audience.
  • Maintained close contact with participants, gathering feedback to improve the relevance and quality of future sessions.
  • Helped streamline event and reporting workflows, ensuring consistent and timely delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Political Commentator

Al Arabiya News Channel
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provided on-air analysis of political, social, and cultural developments in Iran, delivering timely insights to an international audience.
  • Drew on in-depth research of regional dynamics, stakeholder activity, and media coverage to ensure accurate and relevant commentary.
  • Translated complex geopolitical developments into clear, accessible narratives tailored to policymakers, journalists, and the public.
  • Collaborated with editorial teams to shape coverage strategies and maintain high standards of clarity and credibility.
  • Built a reputation for reliability under tight deadlines, contributing informed perspectives on fast-moving events.

Journalist / Researcher

Iran International TV Website & Social Media
11.2019 - 05.2020
  • Researched and developed stories on political and social developments in Iran, working independently as well as on assignment.
  • Monitored multiple media sources and social platforms to identify emerging issues and stakeholder perspectives.
  • Produced written and digital content (articles, social media posts, website material) under tight deadlines, ensuring clarity and factual accuracy.
  • Adapted complex developments into concise, audience-friendly reporting tailored for diverse platforms.

Translator & Content Creator (Political News)

Radio Tehran
03.2013 - 09.2014
  • Translated news and analysis on regional geopolitics and conflicts between Arabic and Persian, ensuring precision and contextual accuracy.
  • Produced and adapted content for radio broadcasts, presenting complex developments in a clear and accessible format for diverse audiences.
  • Researched ongoing regional issues to support editorial decisions and enrich programming with timely, relevant insights.
  • Delivered high-quality content under daily deadlines in a dynamic media environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Security Studies

Leiden University
The Hague, Netherlands
06-2026

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

Payame Noor University
Iran
06-2012

Skills

  • Political and security research
  • Report writing under tight deadlines
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Multilingual communication: Arabic, Persian/Farsi, English, Dutch (B2)
  • Content creation across platforms
  • Detail-oriented and adaptable

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Dutch
Professional Working

Timeline

Youth Counselor – UAM

COA – Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (Netherlands)
06.2023 - Current

Deputy Executive Director

The EWANA Center for Cultural Understanding
10.2022 - 03.2024

Political Commentator

Al Arabiya News Channel
09.2022 - 08.2023

Journalist / Researcher

Iran International TV Website & Social Media
11.2019 - 05.2020

Translator & Content Creator (Political News)

Radio Tehran
03.2013 - 09.2014

Bachelor of Science - Security Studies

Leiden University

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

Payame Noor University
Hamid Atiyeh Pour