Showkat Dar Journalist

Showkat Dar is a Project Assistant at the CIED-IUST Foundation, specializing in media and communications. He leverages his skills in photography, videography, and journalism to promote the foundations initiatives. He holds a Masters in Journalism and Mass Communication and is actively involved in outreach programs focused on innovation and entrepreneurship for students.

His professional background includes a past role as a Mental Health Counselor, indicating a strong foundation in community support and well-being. This interest in human development now fuels his work in educating and empowering young people through various skill-building workshops and awareness campaigns at the Islamic University of Science & Technology.

He has a unique career trajectory, moving from mental health counseling to becoming a key media professional promoting university-led STEM and entrepreneurship programs.