Shehab Khan

Shehab Khan is a highly respected British journalist and presenter, currently working as a presenter and correspondent for ITV News. With an extensive portfolio covering politics, international affairs, and religion, Shehab is particularly known for his compelling storytelling that reflects his own lived experiences as a British South Asian Muslim. These experiences fuel his passion for advocating racial equality and inclusion, making him a powerful and relatable voice in conversations about diversity. His speaking topics span politics, international affairs, social media, media, journalism, diversity and inclusion, and unconscious bias—each deeply informed by his identity and professional insights.

Shehab began his journalism career in 2015 as a News Reporter at The Independent, quickly gaining recognition for his investigative flair and ability to humanise complex issues. His early work caught the attention of the industry, and in 2017 he was named the University of Salford-supported Outstanding Young Journalist. The same year, he won the Asian Media Award for Outstanding Young Journalist of the Year, firmly establishing him as one to watch. In 2019, he joined ITV News as Political Correspondent, where he became known for his balanced and accessible reporting on some of the most pressing issues facing the UK.

Throughout his career, Shehab has amassed a remarkable list of accolades. These include the 2020 MHP 30 to Watch Young Political Journalist Award, 2022 BBFC Journalist of the Year, and the 2025 Chartered Institute of Journalists Young Political Journalist Award. His work has also been consistently shortlisted across numerous respected institutions, such as the Asian Media Awards, British Media Awards, and International Broadcast Awards. In 2023, he wrote and presented The Hajj: A Journey Through Mecca, a landmark programme that offered a rare and intimate look into one of the world’s most sacred pilgrimages, further reinforcing his commitment to representing under-reported stories.

As a speaker, Shehab blends personal authenticity with journalistic rigour, engaging audiences on issues of race, media representation, and systemic inequality. Whether discussing unconscious bias in the newsroom or the impact of social media on political discourse, his presentations are insightful, grounded, and thought-provoking. His lived experience, combined with award-winning journalism and public trust, makes him an in-demand speaker for organisations committed to racial equality, inclusion, and change.