Impact Social
London 2025: Future for Bangladesh
BacharLorai Global took over London on 21 August 2025 for the second Impact Social in London, bringing together young professionals, policy thinkers, and community change makers for an evening of lively debate, deep insights, community building & networking.
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Industry Experts
The Conversation
This edition discussed questions of Bangladesh: What can be actionable strategies for bangladesh’s future?
From strengthening communities and creating opportunities to building lasting change on the ground, Bangladesh’s future depends on turning commitment into action. Our panel brought together perspectives from healthcare, public service, social enterprise, and grassroots development to explore what actionable strategies can drive sustainable growth and create meaningful, lasting impact across Bangladesh.
Nabeela Zaman
CEO, British Bangla Trust
Drawing on her work with the British Bangla Trust, Nabeela shared insights into strengthening communities and creating opportunities through sustained support and connection between Bangladesh and the UK.
Maisha Syed
Private Secretary, Department of Health and Social Care
Drawing on her experience in public service and healthcare, Maisha offered insight into how effective leadership and cross-sector collaboration can help translate policy and institutional action into better outcomes for communities.
Fasbeer Eskander
Head of Partnerships, Footsteps
Sitting at the intersection of partnerships and social impact, Fasbeer explored how collaboration between organisations and communities can turn shared ambitions into practical action and sustainable change.
Farzana Rahman
CEO and Co-Founder, Hexarad and Project Pure Hope
Working across healthcare innovation, entrepreneurship, and social impact, Dr. Farzana shared how innovation can be paired with purpose to develop practical solutions and create tangible improvements in people’s lives.
Dr. Tanvir Hossain
Upper GI Surgeon, NHS
An NHS surgeon with a deep and enduring connection to Bangladesh, Dr. Tanvir brought together his clinical experience and personal ties to reflect on how expertise and professional networks can contribute to Bangladesh’s future.
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Sustainable progress starts with communities themselves; strengthening local networks and creating meaningful opportunities enables people to take ownership of the change they want to see.
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Complex social challenges require collaboration across organisations and communities, with strong partnerships helping turn shared resources and expertise into tangible, lasting outcomes.
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Meaningful change requires effective institutions and cross-sector collaboration, with public service playing a critical role in translating policy, expertise, and leadership into better outcomes for communities.
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Professional expertise can become a powerful force for development when combined with a personal connection to Bangladesh and a commitment to sharing knowledge, skills, and experience.
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Innovation creates the greatest impact when entrepreneurship and technology are grounded in real-world needs, turning new ideas into practical solutions that improve people’s lives.
Key Takeaways
Impact Social Team
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Nusaiba Masnurah
Manager, Impact Social
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Zarif Rahman
Manager, Impact Social