Jawad Sharif was featured in an article on The News on Sunday, where he shared his experiences and insights as a National Geographic Explorer.
In the interview, Jawad discussed his journey as a filmmaker and what it means to be part of the National Geographic community. He emphasized the importance of storytelling that goes beyond borders, capturing the diverse narratives of societies across the globe. As a National Geographic Explorer, he focuses on various subjects, including our planet, ecosystems, wildlife, social issues, cultural stories, and indigenous communities.
Jawad highlighted the honor of being the only person from Pakistan at the National Geographic Storytellers Summit this year in Los Angeles, California. He described being an Explorer as a personal achievement and a moment of national pride, representing Pakistan on such a prestigious platform. “Being an Explorer means you’re a part of the National Geographic community. Explorers collaborate and support each other, working on subjects that matter and respecting other cultures and the natural environment,” Jawad shared.
Currently, Jawad is working on a project titled The Last Mohanas, which focuses on Manchar Lake and its indigenous community, aiming to preserve and revive the lake while exploring its past, present, and future. This project is being supported by National Geographic, providing mentorship, fellowship, and financial support, which Jawad describes as invaluable for any filmmaker.
He hopes that his journey as an Explorer will open new doors for other projects and create a path for other Pakistani filmmakers to join the National Geographic community by documenting important stories.
We are incredibly proud of Jawad and his achievements, and we look forward to more groundbreaking work from him in the future. To read the full article and learn more about his journey, check out the original feature here.
