The Sindh Digital Media Ambassadors Conference 2025
The Sindh Digital Media Forum organized “The Sindh Digital Media Ambassadors Conference 2025” at the Arts Council of Pakistan, Karachi. The event brought together digital media activists, content creators, PR professionals, vloggers, students, and notable individuals from various departments across Sindh. The primary objective of the conference was to promote the responsible and positive use of digital media. During the panel discussions, participants engaged in meaningful conversations on critical issues including disinformation, cybersecurity, digital citizenship, the role of youth, and the responsibilities of institutions.
The conference was honored by a distinguished panel of thought leaders, public officials, and digital experts. Their valuable insights inspired dynamic discussions on ethical digital engagement and youth empowerment. Their presence added depth, credibility, and vision to the event’s mission of fostering a more informed and responsible digital society in Sindh. Mr. Ahmed Shah (President, Arts Council of Pakistan – Chief Guest), Mr. Ahmed Zaeem (Additional Director, National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency, Sindh), Dr. Nauman Ahsan (Director General, Sindh Higher Education Commission), Dr. Sarosh Hashmat Lodhi (Former Vice Chancellor, NED University), Mufti Zubair (Member, Council of Islamic Ideology), Dr. Fauzia Khan (Additional Secretary, Sindh Education Department), Mr. Iqbal Ahmed Detho (Chairman, Sindh Human Rights Commission), Mr. Fahad Shafiq (Coordinator, Prime Minister’s Youth Program, Sindh), Mr. Faqeer Muhammad Lakho (Chairman, Board of Intermediate), Mr. Hassan Bakhshi (Chairman, Association of Builders and Developers of Pakistan – ABAD), Brig. (R) Karar Hussain, and Mr. Ghulam Hussain Sohoo (Chairman, Board of Secondary Education).
The conference participants emphasized that the constructive, ethical, and responsible use of digital media is the need of the hour. In an age overwhelmed by misinformation and unethical content, digital platforms must be used effectively for awareness, education, social betterment, and public consciousness.
Speakers highlighted the importance of collaboration among youth, educators, and civil society to foster an environment where digital tools serve the goals of intercultural harmony and a brighter future. In his keynote, Mr. Ahmed Shah stressed the importance of empowering youth with platforms that enable character-building, creativity, and positive messaging in the digital space.
At the conclusion of the event, Professor Meraj Siddiqui, Chief Patron of the Sindh Digital Media Forum, expressed heartfelt gratitude to all guests, panelists, participants, and media representatives. He noted that this platform will serve as a powerful voice for Sindh on the global stage. Certificates were distributed to all attendees, formally recognizing them as Sindh Digital Media Ambassadors.
Amplifying Digital Voices: The Vision and Mission of SDMF
In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, media plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion, supporting democratic values, and strengthening community voices. In a region as culturally rich and diverse as Sindh, Pakistan, the voice of the people has never been more important — or more powerful. The Sindh Digital Media Forum (SDMF) was born from this necessity: to empower digital voices, promote responsible journalism, and support the next generation of digital change-makers across the province.
The Sindh Digital Media Forum is a pioneering initiative that brings together journalists, content creators, social media advocates, and media professionals from across Sindh. Our platform creates a community for those who are harnessing the power of digital tools to inform, educate, and impact society — especially in areas where traditional media has limited reach.
SDMF is not just a forum, but a movement to amplify underrepresented voices, challenge misinformation, and foster an inclusive and ethical media ecosystem.
At the heart of SDMF lies a clear and urgent mission: to empower Sindh’s digital storytellers to inform, engage, and inspire. We believe that access to digital media is not a luxury but a fundamental right in the modern age. Through comprehensive training sessions, networking events, collaborative projects, and advocacy, SDMF is creating opportunities for media professionals and digital enthusiasts to grow and thrive.
In our interconnected world, who tells the story matters. Far too often, voices from rural or marginalized communities in Sindh are overlooked, misrepresented, or completely ignored in mainstream narratives. SDMF is working to change this.
Whether it’s training young people in social journalism, promoting ethical reporting, countering fake news, or supporting women and minorities to find their voice online — our work is helping create a more inclusive and balanced media environment. Digital empowerment is not just about technology; it’s about social change, civic rights, and freedom of expression.
SDMF is more than just an organization — it’s a community on a mission. Whether you’re a journalist, a student, a content creator, or someone passionate about the power of storytelling, you are welcome here. Together, we can build a stronger, smarter, and more inclusive digital media future for Sindh.
Nawazish Ali
President
Sindh Digital Media Forum