Florian Elabdi is a Danish freelance investigative journalist and documentary filmmaker.

Since 2015, he has focused his reporting on conflicts, migration and human rights issues in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and South America. His work has been published by a variety of Scandinavian and international media outlets, including The Washington Post, Al Jazeera English, The Guardian, The Daily Beast, and The New Humanitarian.

Previously, he worked for the Danish investigative media organisation Danwatch, heading multiple cross-border investigations supported by JournalismFund in Brazil, Lebanon, and Denmark.

His documentary films have been shortlisted for and won awards at various international film festivals.
Florian holds a bachelor's degree in Middle East studies from the University of Copenhagen and a master's degree in Journalism from the University of Southern Denmark.

Last modified:
30/05/2025
Florian Elabdi
Title:
Investigative reporter
Expertise:
Conflict, migration, human rights, corruption
Country:
Denmark
City:
Copenhagen
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