About Kabita Dilawar (Shahnaz Hossain): Journalist and Advocate for Social Change.
With over 25 years of experience, Kabita Dilawar (also known as Shahnaz Hossain) has become a prominent voice in journalism and media for social change. Her career, which began with a passion for storytelling, has since evolved to include leadership, content creation, and a strong commitment to societal progress.
Kabita has held influential positions at leading Bangladeshi publications such as Doinik Bangla, Bichitra, and Anondo Bichitra, where she helped shape narratives and mentored upcoming journalists. After relocating to the U.S., she continued her work as a columnist for prominent Bangladeshi outlets like The Thikana and Bangla Patrika. In 2014, she launched Global Bangladesh, a publication dedicated to promoting Bangladeshi products internationally. In 2022, she created Kabitar Shathe, a social media platform that addresses critical issues such as mental health, good governance, domestic violence, and the promotion of talent.
Beyond her media work, Kabita is a passionate advocate for social change. She collaborates with nonprofit organizations like the Afsirer Nessa Memorial Foundation, LoveShare BD, and Brighter Tomorrow Foundation to improve education, healthcare, and overall human development. Her dedication lies in empowering individuals to bring about positive change in their own communities.