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Impact Social: London #2

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At A Glance

  • “Attending the Bachar Lorai impact social event was a great way to get to know what others with similar backgrounds and journeys are doing for social change. It was a nice opportunity to network, gather and share ideas.”

    Omar Khalil

    Attendee, Impact Social London

  • 20 Attendees

  • August 21, 2025

  • SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

  • London, United Kingdom

Impact
Overview

The event ignited a powerful exchange of ideas and forged new partnerships, channeling expertise and deep commitment into actionable strategies for Bangladesh's future.

NHS logo in blue on a white background.
White crown icon on a teal background
Colorful logo reading 'MOMLETTE' in playful, bold font with yellow and green colors.

Our partners

Logo of British Bangla Welfare Trust with text in English and Bengali, featuring a hand holding a globe with the UK flag and Bangladesh flag.
Green footprints with the word 'footsteps' next to them.
Logo for Project Pure Hope, featuring a stylized outline of a bird in flight and the text 'Every Child Deserves Hope' in purple.
Logo of HexaRad with a blue hexagon and the letters HR inside, followed by the company name in black and blue text.
People gathered in a modern restaurant or cafe, with plants and warm lighting fixtures, engaging in conversation and browsing tables with items.
A man in a suit speaking to an audience seated around a table in a cozy cafe or restaurant. The background features a blue BL banner, plants, and a display case.
A group of people sitting around a table in a cafe or restaurant during a meeting or discussion, with some cups and bottles on the table, in a cozy setting with decorative plants, artwork, and a menu board behind.
A group of people sitting around a long table in a cafe or restaurant listening to a person speaking. The setting has modern decor, with framed black-and-white photos on the walls, hanging plants, and pendant lights.

Project Team

  • Ahnaf Zarif Rahman, Impact Social Program Manager, BacharLorai

Speakers

  • Nabeela Zaman, CEO, British Bangla Trust

  • Fasbeer Eskander, Head of Partnerships, Footsteps

  • Maisha Syed, Private Secretary, Department of Health and Social Care

  • Dr. Tanvir Hossain, Upper GI Surgeon, NHS

  • Farzana Rahman, CEO and Co-Founder, Hexarad and Project Pure Hope

SDG Alignment

Graphic showing the number 17 and the phrase 'Partnerships for the Goals' with a flower-like cluster of interlinked circles beneath.

Target 17.16

Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development.

Target 17.17
Encourage and promote effective public, public-private and civil society partnerships.

Context

The event at Momlette began as attendees arrived, creating an atmosphere of eager anticipation. Dr. Tanvir set a powerful tone for the evening with his opening remarks, sharing insights into his work and reflecting on his profound, enduring connection to Bangladesh. A compelling panel discussion followed, moderated by our host and featuring Nabeela, Fasbeer, and Dr. Farzana. Each panellist spoke with passion about their dedicated work and their shared commitment to fostering growth and making a tangible, positive impact on lives in Bangladesh. Maisha then delivered a moving closing speech, offering a personal perspective on the themes of the evening. After formal proceedings concluded, guests enjoyed a vibrant social session, strengthening the sense of community, followed by final closing remarks. The spirit of the evening carried over as most guests walked to a nearby restaurant for a shared meal. The discussions continued in a warm, informal setting, allowing everyone to reflect on the event and enjoy the company of newly made friends.