In a media landscape increasingly shaped by diversity and digital storytelling, Daljeet Bakshi stands out as a journalist, media professional and community leader who has dedicated more than a decade to amplifying voices that often go unheard.
An accredited journalist with a strong background in strategic communication, Daljeet has built a career guiding organisations to connect meaningfully with their audiences, convey impactful messages and operate with greater purpose and efficiency.
Daljeet’s professional journey is marked by innovation and leadership. Daljeet is Editor at Desi Australia Media group Australia, Journalist with PTC News, PTC Punjabi ( SA ), Chief editor Cyd Media. Central to Daljeet’s community impact is his long-standing volunteer role as Coordinator for South Australia with Australian Sikh Support, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he has organised and developed volunteer teams and led extensive relief efforts.
His commitment to service extends well beyond crisis response. Over the years, Daljeet has organised fundraising lunches, organized & provided grocery and meal support for international students, vulnerable families and people experiencing homelessness, supplied essential kits to Housing SA, and coordinated free meals for people, reflecting his belief in consistent, grassroots action.
Mental health advocacy has become a defining focus of Daljeet’s work. As a Multicultural Mental Health Advocate and Ambassador for the Mental Health Foundation of Australia in South Australia, he actively works to reduce stigma and improve access to culturally responsive mental health support.
Expanding his media work into this space, Daljeet hosts a bilingual podcast series, Between Worlds, produced through his media network as part of the Real Talk platform. The podcast offers honest, nuanced conversations around mental health, wellness and the immigrant experience, creating a safe and relatable space for multicultural audiences.
His current projects include the MCCSA Taking Care of Me initiative for men from CALD communities, a Mental Health Foundation advocacy project for multicultural communities, and ongoing video and podcast productions focused on wellbeing. Daljeet Bakshi is Australia Day Ambassador in South Australia as well. Through media, leadership and service, Daljeet Bakshi continues to build bridges between cultures, conversations and communities. His lifelong commitment to strengthening multicultural societies continues to inspire changemakers across continents.
