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About Yvette Alberdingk Thijm
Yvette J. Alberdingk Thijm, Executive Director of WITNESS, is an attorney with nearly two decades of experience in media and new technology. Prior to joining WITNESS, she served as Executive Vice President of Content Strategy & Acquisition at Joost, the global online video platform formed by Niklas Zennström and Janus Friis, the founders of Skype and Kazaa. Previously, Alberdingk Thijm spent more than a decade at MTV Networks International (MTVNI) and was instrumental in its international growth and its forays into new media. As Executive Vice President of Business Affairs for MTVNI, she oversaw business affairs for all of its branded businesses and channels worldwide (excluding the U.S.A.), including digital media initiatives, audiovisual co-productions, new business development, strategic partnerships and joint ventures. In both these roles, she expanded the global reach of the companies through the development and implementation of strategic content, new media, and marketing strategies. She speaks Dutch, English, French and German.
Yvette Alberdingk Thijm's recent content
Reflecting on International Women's Day
In WITNESS' history we have partnered with women around the world. This is a thank you to all the women who are our partners in change.
Regions: Global
Issues: Human rights defenders, Women's rights
A Long Walk to Victory for the Endorois
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Regions: Africa, Kenya
Issues: Indigenous peoples, Internally displaced persons
WITNESS in Cambodia
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Regions: Asia, Cambodia, South-East Asia
Issues: Corruption, Housing, Internally displaced persons
Upwards and Onwards to 2010: WITNESS' New Strategic Vision
WITNESS has had its most successful year ever, thanks to your support and partnership. This is the moment to say: "thank you." ...
Every Woman Has a Story...
...and every story can create change....
Regions: Global, Mexico, Yemen
Issues: Justice, Violence against women, Women's rights
