A three-day intensive Mobile Journalism (MoJo) training program, organized by the Press Institute Bangladesh, brought together journalists from across Rajshahi to delve into the latest in digital journalism.
Held on September 28, 2024 — at the Regional Public Administration Training Centre, this program aims to empower local journalists to produce high-quality content using mobile tools and techniques.
On the second day, Associate Professor Jamil Khan from Daffodil International University led a specialized session on advanced mobile journalism techniques, covering the tools and trends reshaping today’s media landscape. Journalists were introduced to hands-on mobile storytelling skills, enabling them to report with speed and agility in the fast-evolving digital world.
“Learning these advanced MoJo techniques has been revolutionary for us,” shared Amina Rahman, a senior journalist from Rajshahi. “Professor Khan’s insights helped us see the potential of mobile journalism to reach our audiences in new and impactful ways.”
“We’re now equipped to create engaging content directly from our mobile phones, keeping pace with modern media demands,” added Hasan Ali, a local news editor. “This training not only broadened our skills but also underscored the role mobile journalism plays in keeping news accessible and immediate.”
Professor Jamil Khan emphasized the importance of embracing technology: “Mobile journalism isn’t just an innovation; it’s the future. With these new skills, journalists can bring stories to life for their audiences, making news more immediate, relatable, and impactful.”
This MoJo training reflects the Press Institute Bangladesh’s commitment to fostering journalistic talent ready to adapt to the evolving demands of digital media, ensuring Rajshahi journalists are equipped to lead in the mobile-first era.