Press “star” Kamal Santamaria accused of sexual harassment … 22 of his colleagues

New Zealand journalist Kamal Santamaria dies Al Jazeera Arabic language network After 16 years, it highlights not only his inappropriate behavior towards his colleagues, but also the deafening silence that the Arabic Language Network adheres to about Unacceptable acts of …

In an attempt to “cover up” the toxic behavior of its CEO, Al Jazeera has kept a suspicious silence for years about Kamal’s inappropriate behaviour, according to the BBC. Everything was revealed a few days ago, after Sudden resignation of the journalist From the new network in which it is set, the TVNZ from New Zealand.

The TV presenter only worked for 32 days in the network and then the case of Aiolos was opened with complaints at the expense of the avalanche.

According to an investigation by the BBC, current and former employees of Al Jazeera revealed that Kamal is accused of a crime sexual harassment Several times at the expense of his colleagues. He himself hastened to assert that, of all that is heard, “some are false, some are true, and some are simple.” Kamal Santamaria apologized for his “behavior towards everyone who annoys them,” noting that His courtship was considered very friendly.

Kamal started his career as a television reporter in New Zealand. He was appointed to the Arabic-language network “Al-Jazeera” in 2005 as a presenter on the English-language channel in Doha and in In record time he climbed professionally. In the year 2020, he covered the US presidential election.

complaints against him

A journalist for the Arabic Language Network claimed under the pseudonym “Tori” that the huge journalist started to Reach emotionally through social mediaShe sends her romantic messages on Twitter, writing that he was… Available to hug.

Then came the touch on the desk. A hand on a shoulder, a strange hug and worse: a kiss on the cheek. On more than one occasion, I had to go to the bathroom To wipe Kamal’s saliva off my face. Toure discussed Kemal’s inappropriate behavior with colleagues and the director, who confirmed the conversations to the BBC.

“A professional reporter should not be told – more than once – not to text a colleague How sexy she looks or doesn’t talk about “her breasts” or says he wants to hug her Even if he thinks they are “friends”? Tori asks.

Another former producer claimed that Santamaria He was kissing the neck in the workplace in front of many people. “I was very embarrassed,” she said on condition of anonymity.

Many of his victims described the journalist’s behavior as rude, but they say so They never mentioned it to management because they saw him as a “star” in the network.

In response to the BBC’s request for comment, the network said: “Our anti-harassment policies are clear, comprehensive and available to all staff. As is evident in many recent cases, any formal complaint from our staff is clear. Taken seriously with appropriate corrective actions It was obtained after a thorough investigation of the allegations made.”

Victims say the “culture of indulgence” and protection of “people considered above the law” is particularly disappointing in 2022, especially in global newsrooms such as Al Jazeera, Especially in the aftermath of #MeToowhich was widely reported by the network.

The BBC sent Al Jazeera a detailed list of names 22 complaints which is in her hands, but the Arabic-speaking broadcaster succinctly replied: “We consider our employees around the world the backbone and foundation of the company – their safety and well-being is paramount. As an international organization, we constantly strive to build a healthy and constructive work environment for all.”

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