Syed is a documentarian and media practitioner committed to amplifying marginalized voices and advocating for human rights, social equality, and climate justice. Born in Jammu and Kashmir, on the frontline of the India-Pakistan conflict, Jazib’s Indigenous Pahari heritage and early experiences of vulnerability and oppression shaped his dedication to telling impactful stories that expose systemic injustices and uplift underrepresented narratives. With a career rooted in powerful storytelling, Jazib has earned international recognition for crafting narratives that challenge the status quo and drive meaningful social change. He is the Founder and Executive Director of Mudland Studio, an Amsterdam-based creative hub dedicated to building transformative narratives that disrupt conventional perspectives and inspire collective action for systemic chang