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'Celebration of Abed Bhai’s Life and Legacy' held at BRAC University

BRAC University held a daylong programme at its Merul Badda campus in Dhaka on Monday (April 27), marking the 90th birth anniversary of its founder, Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, says a media statement. The event commemorated the late development leader’s lasting contributions and also coincided wit

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'Celebration of Abed Bhai’s Life and Legacy' held at BRAC University

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Apr 28, 2026 13:29
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Apr 28, 2026 13:29

BRAC University held a daylong programme at its Merul Badda campus in Dhaka on Monday (April 27), marking the 90th birth anniversary of its founder, Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, says a media statement.

The event commemorated the late development leader’s lasting contributions and also coincided with the formal launch of the university’s 25th anniversary celebrations. Vice-Chancellor Professor Syed Ferhat Anwar unveiled the Silver Jubilee logo, marking the beginning of the year-long observance. The university was founded on June 16, 2001.

The programme paid tribute to Sir Fazle Hasan Abed’s legacy and values, which organisers said continue to guide efforts towards building a more just, inclusive and compassionate society.

Titled “Celebration of Abed Bhai’s Life and Legacy”, the day began with a photo exhibition showcasing the founder of BRAC and his contributions to social development in Bangladesh and beyond.

In parallel, the Sir Fazle Hasan Abed Open Rated Chess Tournament 2026 saw participation from more than 300 players from across the country, honouring his commitment to nurturing human potential.

A friendly six-a-side football match titled “জীবনের জয়গান ফুটবল ম্যাচ” was also organised between students of BRAC Secondary School of Purbogangabordi (Faridpur Sadar) and BRAC University. The initiative reflected Sir Fazle Hasan Abed’s emphasis on inclusivity, youth empowerment and community building.

In the afternoon, students presented cultural performances including music, dance and artistic displays inspired by his ideals and legacy. The segment was moderated by Khairul Basher, Director of the Office of Communications.

The programme concluded with the presentation of awards for the football tournament by Board of Trustees Chairperson Tamara Hasan Abed, member Salahdin Irshad Imam, Vice-Chancellor Professor Syed Ferhat Anwar, Treasurer Ariful Islam and Registrar Dave Dowland.

“We have a year-long extensive list of celebrations, recognitions, togetherness…building bonds with ourselves, the ecosystem, with partners abroad…we will be involving everybody,” Tamara Hasan Abed said.

BRAC Institute of Languages Advisor Lady Syeda Sarwat Abed and Student Life Joint Director Tahsina Rahman were also present.​

 

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BRAC’s Asif Saleh named to TIME100 Philanthropy list

BRAC executive director recognised among global figures shaping the future of giving

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BRAC’s Asif Saleh named to TIME100 Philanthropy list

BRAC executive director recognised among global figures shaping the future of giving

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Asif Saleh, executive director of BRAC, has been named to the second annual TIME100 Philanthropy list, which recognises figures shaping the future of giving.

The full list will appear in the May 25, 2026 issue of TIME, available on newsstands tomorrow and online now.

“Following last year’s drastic cuts in foreign aid spending, some people have called for a better model for global aid,” TIME noted. “BRAC, and its executive director Asif Saleh, might have an answer. While BRAC has certainly been affected by aid cuts, it’s been able to weather them thanks, in part, to its diversified funding strategy… This hybrid model mirrors its ‘whatever it takes’ philosophy on development.”

In response to the recognition, Asif said, “This recognition belongs to the people across Asia and Africa who have partnered with us over the past half a century, and our staff, who work tirelessly to improve the lives of the people in their communities every day.”

The TIME100 Philanthropy list recognises 100 individuals reimagining how giving can drive change. The list includes philanthropists such as Kate Capshaw and Steven Spielberg, MacKenzie Scott, and Susan Dell and Michael Dell.

Asif was recognised in the Leaders category alongside Rajiv J Shah, Idris Elba and Sabrina Dhowre Elba, and Lionel Messi.

“We are at an inflection point as a world. Extreme poverty is rising again, conflict is fracturing supply chains, and an affordability crisis is pushing millions back below the poverty line. These are symptoms of a world that has not been ambitious enough about equality,” he said.

“We cannot respond with more of the same. What this moment demands is a fundamentally greater ambition: to build a world that is genuinely more equal for all. It also demands a different way of pursuing it: one that recognises people as the agents of their own change, not its beneficiaries,” he added.

Asif will travel to New York to attend the TIME100 Impact Dinner: “Leaders Shaping the Future of Philanthropy” on May 21, joining global philanthropists and development leaders.​