Yuri Nagano is an Japanese American multimedia journalist based in Tokyo. Nagano has reported for news organizations including Los Angeles Times, Associated Press, International New York Times, a Financial Times-related publication, Bloomberg BNA, The Economist and Public Radio International. She started her career as a staff producer for Japan’s public broadcasting network NHK, where she won awards for her TV programs. Nagano has helped grow the AAJA Asia chapter since 2010; and she has served as the chapter’s Co-President.
All Sessions by Yuri Nagano
May 25
N3Con Day 1- 11:30
Curiosity, Adventure & Love: Documentary Screening and Q&A
11:30 - 13:00“Curiosity, Adventure & Love” is the debut film of Manila-based journalist Sunshine De Leon, depicting the personal story of the director’s 105-year-old American grandmother, who came to the Philippines alone at the age of 18, juxtaposed with the history of the Philippines and its relationship with the U.S. By navigating the unique story and insights from the American woman who was at the epicenter of events that shaped the 20th-century Philippines, De Leon hopes to inspire audiences to live life with a greater curiosity and more sense of adventure. De Leon has written for international media including the Guardian, Forbes Asia and the Los Angeles Times and has served as a local producer for foreign documentary teams from BBC Radio, the U.S.’ Public Broadcasting Station and others. Join a rare screening for the award-winning documentary that touches on many themes shared by the AAJA community, followed by a conversation with the director on the opportunities and challenges facing documentary journalists. Moderator: Yuri NaganoGeneralWhereMeng Wah T1, HKU
