JD Institute of Fashion Technology, one of the leading design institutions of India has recently introduced one of a kind online interactive session, recognised as JDTalks. It is a nationwide campaign classified to address the challenges due to the Covid19 pandemic. Quarantine and social distancing could lead to long term mental health issues for the millennials. The institution’s aim is to consider this period as the key to unleashing the strengths of its students.

JD Talks has already added a lot of value in the student’slives by creating a routine which would prioritise the overall wellbeing of all the viewers attending the session. It focuses on treatment by bringing open conversation to the forefront with one of the finest professionals of the country.

Highlights from the JD Talks 1.0

JAMAL SHAIKH

Jamal Shaikh is a magazine editor who is credited with launching the Indian editions of Men’s Health, Robb Report, and Discovery Channel Magazine India. He is currently editor of India’s largest lifestyle magazine, HT Brunch, and National Editor, New Media Initiatives at the Hindustan Times.  

STARQUOTE

Once the lockdown opens, I would like to visit Wuhan from where it all started and see it with my own eyes.

Topics Discussed:

• Top pick for top travel destination to unwind after we finally beat this pandemic.
• Inspiration to join thefield of lifestyle media
• Role played by HT Brunch in the times of Corona virus countrywide lockdown
• Expectation from the aspiring candidates in the field of writing

Takeaway from the session:

• To read a lot from any source
• Freshers have brilliant ideas so their writing style is fresh and interesting, so if someone is good at it, go for it.
• HT Brunch is available for all who want to make a difference

Commenting on the initiative, Ms. AkshraDalal,Director, JD Institute of Fashion Technology, said, “I am extremely happy that our initiative brings a sense of togetherness and self-introspection in our students and audiences. In this adverse situation, we look at the brighter side and accept this as an opportunity to explore our creative talents. As a design institution, we always believed in exploring the creative and meaningful side of our lives.JD Talks was one-of-a-kind campaign to help people deal with mental stress and strengthen their abilities under guidance of experts.”