Communicator • Storyteller • Filmmaker

Mr. Prakash Luitel is a seasoned media and communications professional with over 20 years of experience in strategic communications, Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC), knowledge management, multimedia production, and journalism. Holding a Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, he has built a distinguished career working with government agencies, development partners, national and international NGOs, and media organizations. He has worked full-time with Search for Common Ground, UNFPA, Winrock International, and Iris Group International, and has provided consulting services to the Asian Development Bank (ADB), BBC Media Action, International Alert, Prevention Collaborative, WFP, and IDS Nepal.

His expertise includes communication strategy development, SBCC programming, knowledge management, social media management, media outreach, digital communication, IEC material development, advocacy campaigns, and capacity building in communications and journalism. Throughout his career, he has designed and implemented communication strategies and behavior change initiatives across diverse thematic areas, including WASH, governance, gender equality, disability and social inclusion, conflict transformation, youth engagement, biodiversity conservation, and community development.

Fluent in Nepali and English, with a working understanding of several regional languages spoken in Nepal, Mr. Luitel engages effectively with diverse audiences and stakeholders. He possesses strong internal and external communication skills and is adept at producing high-quality multimedia and communication products.

Mr. Luitel has extensive experience in conceptualizing, producing, and managing television series, radio programs, documentaries, public service announcements (PSAs), digital campaigns, and knowledge products. He has also developed innovative learning and behavior change tools, including comic books, flip charts, game books, training resources, and community engagement materials.

Recognized for translating complex development issues into compelling and audience-focused communication products, Mr. Luitel combines strategic thinking with creative storytelling. He has designed and facilitated national and international training workshops and is a co-author of an experiential learning manual on collaborative leadership and governance, as well as a published research article on Menstrual Hygiene Management in the workplace.

A strong advocate of evidence-based communication, Mr. Luitel remains committed to advancing gender equality, social inclusion, governance and democratic participation, and sustainable development through strategic and impactful communication.