Creativity, innovation and inspiration were three words that came to mind as I reflected on the cultural event we had at Dewan Perdana on 13th November. The program name was “Story telling & Poem Recitation Night”. This event was held by ISS-Bangladesh. It was great to experience an event as a participant where people from my country shared our culture through stories, poems, songs and dance performances. The story telling part was a good time, as I learned some interesting information about the lives of these students that I did not know beforehand. I have also shared my life story with the audiences and have received a lot of positive feedbacks. As I understand this event, it has worked well for me as a way to engage with the host and community members. Through the storytelling event, I have been able to strengthen relationship with those who cared about me and also with those who want to know more about me. Additionally, it has given me a chance to get in touch with myself and reflect on how my migration has changed me as a person. It was a great moment when everyone in the audience clapped and cheered me. I have gained the communication skill and public speaking skill as I have shared my story in front of a lot of audience. It has also increased my adaptability. In this event, we have also enjoyed poem recitations, songs and some dance performances. Some of my friends sang songs. Some have also recited poem.
At the end, the story telling and poem recitation event ended with everyone feeling inspired and connected to the stories, songs and poems shared. The audience left with a better understanding of the power of stories, songs and poems and how they can be used to make an impact in the world. Everyone was filled with appreciation for the amazing performers and the organizers. As they left, they all shared a sense of hope that events like this one will continue to bring people together and help spread the power of stories, songs and poems.