On 28 October 2026, the regular meeting of Tuluyi Sukhan, a young journalists’ club operating under the Information and Analysis Department of the Tajik International University of Foreign Languages named after Sotim Ulugzoda, was held under the title “What Should a Modern Journalist Be Like?”
The meeting was attended by Dorshoh Kabirzoda, Head of the Department of Educational Affairs; Muslima Mannonova, Candidate of Philological Sciences and lecturer at the Department of Journalism and Digital Information; Shahzod Qayumov, a specialist at the Information and Analysis Department; as well as journalism students and members of the club.
In her speech, Muslima Mannonova emphasised the role and responsibility of journalists in disseminating reliable information. She noted that modern journalists should be observant, forward-thinking, and proficient in languages.
During the subsequent discussion, the club’s leader, Shahzod Qayumov, addressed the influence of social media on young people’s thinking, the preservation of national values, and information security. He also highlighted the creative initiatives undertaken by young journalists to promote the University.
Furthermore, club members Sukhroj Ashurov, Amina Mirova, and Manuchehr Mahmadizoda presented a historical video to enrich the participants’ knowledge. The video explored the development of the Tajik press, the contribution of newspapers to raising public awareness, and their role in fostering intellectual and social awakening.
In conclusion, Dorshoh Kabirzoda, Head of the Department of Educational Affairs, shared his views on the influence of social media on young people’s thinking and the role of mass media in the modern world. He encouraged the club members to demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility, develop a deeper understanding of their future profession, and continuously study and master contemporary fields of knowledge.
