Journalist and Advocate for Social Change.
With a career spanning over 25 years, Kabita Dilawar—also known as Shahnaz Hossain—has emerged as a powerful voice in journalism and a tireless advocate for meaningful social transformation. Her journey began with a deep-rooted passion for storytelling and has grown into a lifelong commitment to truth, justice, and empowerment through media.Kabita has held pivotal editorial roles at some of Bangladesh’s most respected publications, including Doinik Bangla, Bichitra, and Anondo Bichitra. In these roles, she not only helped shape the national conversation but also mentored and inspired the next generation of journalists. After relocating to the United States, she continued to amplify Bangladeshi voices through her columns in The Thikana and Bangla Patrika.
In 2014, Kabita founded Global Bangladesh, a platform created to spotlight Bangladeshi products on the global stage, bridging cultural and economic gaps. In 2022, she launched Kabitar Shathe, a digital media initiative focused on critical issues such as mental health, domestic violence, good governance, and inspiring stories of resilience and success—offering both awareness and hope to countless viewers.
Kabita’s influence extends well beyond journalism. She is a passionate advocate for social equity and works closely with nonprofit organizations like the Afsirer Nessa Memorial Foundation, LoveShare BD, and the Brighter Tomorrow Foundation. Through these collaborations, she supports initiatives in education, healthcare, and the overall improvement of human living conditions.
Her unwavering dedication to uplifting others and fostering positive change makes Kabita Dilawar not just a journalist, but a beacon of hope for those striving to create a better world.
