Reported Journalist: Zahra Rizmie
The Institute of Digital Media & Journalism (IDMJ) conducted a Media Workshop on Photography and Storytelling at KG/MW Al-Azhar College, Hemmathagama, on September 10, 2026, with the aim of enhancing students’ knowledge and practical skills in photography, storytelling, creativity and media communication.
The programme was held under the leadership and guidance of the Principal of KG/MW Al-Azhar College, M.F.M. Nawas, in collaboration with the college’s Al-Azhar Media Unit.Mr. Irfan Nasoordeen, Chief Advisor of IDMJ, Corporate Human Resources and Development Consultant, Certified Trainer – Asia Pacific / SLITAD, BA (Hons) in Language, Literature and Humanity – IIUI, Pakistan, and MA in HRD, served as the resource person for the workshop. He conducted training sessions covering photography, storytelling, creativity and effective media communication.
Umair Nawshad, Executive Director of IDMJ, and Zamil Shafeek, Administrative Director of IDMJ, also participated in the programme and conducted training sessions, sharing their practical knowledge and experience in journalism, photography and digital media.
The workshop provided students with practical insights into the importance of photography and storytelling in modern journalism and digital media. Participants were encouraged to develop their creativity and explore visual media as an effective means of communication.
Certificates of Participation were presented to the participants in recognition of their active involvement and commitment to learning in the fields of photography and storytelling.The programme was organized as part of IDMJ’s continuing efforts to promote practical media education and empower the next generation of young media enthusiasts, aspiring journalists and digital storytellers.
The programme was organized as part of IDMJ’s continuing efforts to promote practical media education and develop the next generation of young media enthusiasts and digital storytellers.
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