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CDSTF Season Two: Empowering Voices in Bangladesh

The second season of the Community Digital Storytelling Festival (CDSTF) has launched in Dhaka, Bangladesh, focusing on grassroots empowerment through digital storytelling. The festival aims to amplify diverse voices and foster community engagement while being the first crowdfunded initiative of its kind in the country. With a commitment to inclusivity, CDSTF seeks to expand its global reach and democratize media for underrepresented narratives.

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CDSTF Season Two: Empowering Voices in Bangladesh

The second season of the Community Digital Storytelling Festival (CDSTF) has launched in Dhaka, Bangladesh, focusing on grassroots empowerment through digital storytelling. The festival aims to amplify diverse voices and foster community engagement while being the first crowdfunded initiative of its kind in the country. With a commitment to inclusivity, CDSTF seeks to expand its global reach and democratize media for underrepresented narratives.

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Community Digital Storytelling Festival Season Two Launches, Emphasizing Grassroots Power

DHAKA, BANGLADESH – The second season of the Community Digital Storytelling Festival
(CDSTF) kicked off with a vibrant opening session, underscoring the event's unique position as
a crowdfunded, community-driven initiative in Bangladesh. Held at Daffodil International
University (DIU), the festival aims to amplify diverse voices through the compelling medium of
digital storytelling, with ambitions to reach a global audience.

The opening session was a testament to the collaborative spirit driving CDSTF. Dr. Liza
Sharmin, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Science, and Dr. Md. Fokhray Hossain,
Director of International Affairs, DIU, welcomed attendees, setting the stage for a series of
insightful remarks.

Mr. Aftab Hossain, Chief Advisor of CDSTF and Head of the Department of Journalism, Media
and Communication, DIU, highlighted the festival's transformative journey. He was joined by
Professor Dr. Gregory John Simons, Raka Noshin Nower, Founder, Producer & Film Director of
Studio Yellow Something Ltd., and Ashwash M.A. Chowdhury, Broadcast Journalist at Channel
24, all of whom spoke to the power of digital storytelling in fostering community engagement
and cultural exchange.

A recurring theme throughout the session was the festival's groundbreaking nature. As the first
crowdfunded community digital storytelling event in Bangladesh, CDSTF stands as a beacon of
grassroots innovation. Speakers emphasized the importance of providing a platform for
underrepresented narratives, allowing individuals to share their stories in their own voices.

Dr. Md. Abdul Kabil Khan, Associate Professor, Department of Journalism, Media and
Communication, DIU, and the Convener of CDSTF, delivered the concluding speech,
encapsulating the festival's mission and vision. He reiterated the commitment to expanding the
festival's reach, positioning it as a significant player in the global digital storytelling landscape.
The launch of CDSTF Season Two signals a continued dedication to democratizing media and
empowering communities. With its focus on accessibility and inclusivity, the festival promises to
be a powerful force in shaping the future of digital storytelling in Bangladesh and beyond.

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