23/06/2026
The 2 day ”Youth Journalism Programme” Held at the CU under Plastic waste management initiative in Chattogram City.
The programme aimed to empower young journalists and aspiring communicators with knowledge, skills, and perspectives on plastic waste management, urban environmental challenges, and responsible journalism.
The closing ceremony was graced by Professor Dr. Mohammad Al-Amin, Acting Vice-Chancellor and Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Academic) of the University of Chittagong, as the Chief Guest.
The programme featured insightful sessions on:
• Plastic Waste Management Initiatives in Chattogram City
• Reporting Techniques and Effective Storytelling
• Investigative Journalism
• A Youth Advocacy Programme on Plastic and Urban Pollution
The event brought together academics, media professionals, industry representatives, and young participants to explore the role of journalism in raising awareness and driving action for environmental sustainability.
The training sessions were facilitated by distinguished professionals and experts, including Zakir Hossain, Associate Editor (Business In-charge) of The Daily Samakal; Masud Rumi, Business Editor of The Kaler Kantho; Sajid Mahbub, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bangladesh Brand Forum; S. M. Tarek Saifullah, Factory Director of Unilever Bangladesh Limited; and S. M. Faysal, Public Relations and Projects Manager of Unilever Bangladesh Limited.
Also attended by Special Guests, including Professor Dr. Mohammad Saiful Islam, Acting Registrar of the University of Chittagong, and Shahab Uddin Nipu, Associate Professor and Chairman of the Department of Communication and Journalism, University of Chittagong.
The programme was jointly organized by Unilever Bangladesh Limited, YPSA, Chattogram City Corporation, and the University of Chittagong.