From studying a world map above his childhood bed in Valera, Trujillo State, Venezuela, to participating in the UN General Assembly, Andrés Segovia-Moreno brings Latin American stories to global audiences. At 33, this communication expert, who holds a B.A. in Communication and Journalism, combines eight years of journalistic experience with deep insights into economic development and human rights advocacy.
In an interview with Diplomatic Watch for the Young and Diplomatic Spotlight, Segovia-Moreno shares how witnessing Venezuela’s migration crisis and covering migrant caravans through Mexico shaped his understanding of human mobility. Drawing on his academic background and experience as a delegate to the World Bank, he now runs ReporteroAndres, a YouTube channel that breaks down international affairs for Spanish-speaking audiences.
His journey reflects a commitment to connecting local realities with global solutions, demonstrating that compelling storytelling can bridge cultural divides and drive social change.
What experiences or influences shaped your passion for journalism and advocacy growing up in Latin America?
I have always been deeply interested in understanding the major issues that mobilize human collectives. Not long ago, my mother reminded me how, as a child, I had a world map taped above my bed, which I used to constantly check for random things. I never knew the world was calling but now I know better. This has led me into the communications field.
Therefore, when I had the opportunity to study journalism, I found the perfect space to delve deeper into these issues and remain open to receiving fresh information daily. In this profession, you have the privilege of engaging with great thinkers and authorities from various fields of knowledge and influence and the forces tied to the major issues that impact different peoples and humanity. Furthermore, my ethical commitment is strengthened by having worked in countries where journalism is under pressure from both organized crime and the state itself.
Can you share a defining moment in your career when you realized the impact your work could have on immigrant communities?
Venezuela is the country with the largest migration movement in this hemisphere. I witnessed how the country was gradually emptying. However, I felt the greatest impact when I covered the tragically well-known “migrant caravans” crossing Mexico on their way to the United States. I spoke firsthand with authorities, organizations, and migrants traveling uncertain paths. It became clear that these massive mobilizations are caused by multifactorial issues—ranging from state failures and the psychology of locals and outsiders to the instrumentalization of migrants as geopolitical tools. You have to experience it to fully grasp it; I simply narrate and interpret it.
How has your upbringing in a region with complex social and political dynamics influenced your approach to storytelling and advocacy?
I firmly believe that tough times create strong individuals, and the same applies to journalists and their context. Being trained in Latin America has given me a storytelling ability that is grounded in the needs of ordinary people while also reaching the power structures that drive macro-level actions. Therefore, in terms of storytelling and presenting issues, I believe I have an approach that avoids being purely anecdotal or the cold detachment of data we often see in international organizations.
You’ve been involved in global forums like the UN General Assembly and the World Bank. How do these international experiences connect back to the local issues you’re passionate about?
These forums are incredibly valuable for presenting innovative ideas and, most importantly, for fostering dialogue from diverse global perspectives. It is up to us, the participants, to frame these ideas and assess whether they are appropriate for our specific contexts. The rapid development of communication and information technologies, driven by the rise of artificial intelligence, immediately makes me think about how these tools can be used to improve the creation and dissemination of information—not as a threat to journalists, but as tools to make us more efficient. The challenge lies in the exponential increase in competition within the field, but it is a challenge we must embrace. Moreover, from an argumentative perspective, the diverse visions encountered in these global forums enrich those of us who write and narrate—that is, of course, as long as we keep our eyes and ears wide open.
Latin America faces many challenges, but it’s also full of resilience and creativity. How do you see your work contributing to positive change in the region?
These are small contributions, and my main desire is to be an interpreter for the audience. Sadly, in international spheres, it’s very easy to get lost, and the oversimplification of complexities can be dangerous. Nothing is ever completely “set in stone,” but nothing is entirely out of reach either. What I can offer to people in Hispanic America is the ability to understand what is happening in global arenas that directly impact them. Although I increasingly believe that the reach of these messages will continue to expand, even as the global political trend in 2025 leans toward nationalism. The interconnection of communication, economics, and multilateral institutions binds us closer together as a world. Perhaps Lorenz’s model is becoming even more relevant, making it harder to ignore the “butterfly effect.”
Looking ahead, what personal or professional goals are you most excited to pursue in making a difference locally and globally?
I’m looking to create media and content with added value in an era of hyper-simplification—think of the 30-second TikTok videos. The challenge is to simplify the complex to make it accessible without ignoring the significant elements behind it. So, I am open to entrepreneurship, and that’s where I’m headed. For example, in Spanish, I’m developing my own video blog on international issues on YouTube called ReporteroAndres. I embrace a “glocal” perspective, meaning, as I’ve mentioned regarding the global complexities we witness here in Washington, I am fully convinced of the need to address local issues with a global perspective and vice versa. That’s the type of narrative I aim to create.
