Jennifer Chowdhury

Jennifer Chowdhury is a freelance journalist based between New York City and Dhaka, reporting on South Asian and Muslim communities around the world. She's a 2018 SAJA reporting fellow and Solutions Journalist Network Grantee. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, NBC News, the NY Times, Elle, Vice, Marie Claire, and others.

Latest Stories

The Death Penalty Won’t Curb Rape In Bangladesh — Here’s Why

Activists say it’s not just about the maximum punishment for rape — Bangladesh’s judicial system rarely metes out justice for rape survivors.

The Violence of Bangladeshi Student Activism

A recent killing has highlighted how Bangladesh's campuses, once a site for revolution and independence, have taken a turn toward the sinister.

The Weight of Gold for Rohingya Refugees

After losing everything they’ve owned, Rohingya view gold as their most valuable tangible asset.