Mr. Sarawar KamalChairmanExecutive Body
Executive Director
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Executive Director | Bangladesh Nature Foundation
Dr. Abu Hena Mustafa Kamal is a marine scientist, academic, researcher, and environmental professional with more than two decades of experience in higher education, research, marine and coastal ecology, fisheries, aquaculture, biodiversity, and environmental management. He has extensive experience in teaching and postgraduate research supervision and has contributed to research on marine and coastal ecosystems, seagrass, mangroves, estuaries, blue carbon, climate change, sea-level rise, and sustainable coastal resource management.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
Dr. Abu Hena holds a PhD in Aquatic Biology (Aquaculture) from Universiti Putra Malaysia, with research focusing on mariculture pond ecology, environmental quality, and shrimp production. He also holds an MS in Environmental Physiology with specialization in seagrass ecology and biology from Universiti Putra Malaysia, an MSc in Marine Sciences (Ecology) from the University of Chittagong, and a BSc (Hons) in Marine Sciences from the University of Chittagong.
Professional Experience
He has served in academic positions at Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, Universiti Putra Malaysia, and the University of Chittagong, including Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer/Assistant Professor, and Lecturer. His professional responsibilities have included university teaching, research, postgraduate supervision, academic administration, research project management, scientific consultancy, and environmental assessment.
Areas of Expertise
His principal areas of expertise include marine biology and ecology, coastal and estuarine ecosystems, fisheries and aquaculture, marine biodiversity, seagrass and mangrove ecosystems, aquatic ecology, ecosystem services, climate change, sea-level rise, blue carbon, coastal resource management, and environmental sustainability.
Research and Scientific Contributions
Dr. Abu Hena has led and contributed to multidisciplinary research projects supported by national and international funding agencies. His research has addressed coastal and marine ecosystem assessment, mangrove–seagrass systems, fisheries resources, ecological productivity, climate-change impacts, biodiversity, and sustainable coastal resource use. He has published more than 110 peer-reviewed scientific papers and has contributed to international scientific networks and research initiatives.
Teaching, Supervision and Capacity Development
Throughout his academic career, he has taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses in marine biology, ecology, fisheries, aquaculture, aquatic botany, biodiversity and conservation, coastal processes, water-quality management, and sustainable fisheries and livelihoods. He has supervised and examined numerous undergraduate, MSc, and PhD researchers and has contributed to academic and professional capacity development.
Conservation and Environmental Engagement
Dr. Abu Hena has been actively involved in marine and coastal conservation, environmental awareness, and community-oriented activities. His work has included coastal and mangrove fishery management, seagrass conservation, marine biodiversity assessment, climate-change awareness, ecosystem research, and engagement with coastal communities. He has also collaborated with national and international organizations on environmental and conservation-related initiatives.
Professional and International Engagement
He has participated in and contributed to numerous international conferences, workshops, research programs, scientific reviews, and professional networks. He is a member of the IUCN Species Survival Commission and has maintained professional collaborations with universities and research institutions in Bangladesh, Malaysia, Japan, Thailand, the Philippines, India, Vietnam, Saudi Arabia, and other countries.
Leadership and Management
Dr. Abu Hena has held a range of academic and administrative responsibilities, including laboratory and program coordination, acting departmental and institutional leadership roles, academic examination and evaluation, research proposal assessment, curriculum-related activities, and scientific event coordination. These experiences support his role in providing strategic, scientific, and organizational leadership to Bangladesh Nature Foundation.
Role at Bangladesh Nature Foundation
As Executive Director of the Bangladesh Nature Foundation, Dr. Abu Hena provides scientific and strategic leadership for the Foundation’s work in biodiversity conservation, ecosystem protection, sustainable natural-resource management, environmental education, climate resilience, and community-centered conservation. His academic and research experience provides a strong scientific foundation for developing evidence-based conservation programs and strengthening collaboration among researchers, communities, institutions, and development partners.
Professional Recognition
His academic and professional contributions have been recognized through research, service, conference, and professional awards and grants, including the Best Service Award from Universiti Malaysia Terengganu and recognition through research and innovation programs at Universiti Putra Malaysia. He has also received international travel and research support from organizations and programs associated with climate change, marine science, seagrass conservation, coastal management, and environmental research.
Women Wing and Affairs
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Director of Women’s Wing and Affairs | Bangladesh Nature Foundation (BNF)
Sadia Binta Hossain serves as a Director of the Women Wing and Affairs of the Bangladesh Nature Foundation (BNF), contributing to the Foundation’s educational and community-oriented activities. Her professional experience in research-based communication, educational activities, project organization, and digital content development provides valuable support for BNF’s institutional activities, environmental awareness initiatives, knowledge dissemination, and community engagement.
Academic Qualifications
Sadia holds an MSS in Social Science in Political Science and a Bachelor of Political Science from the University of Chittagong. Her skills cover social behavior, social business and entrepreneurship, project management, business communication, strategic management, and organizational strategy.
Professional, Communication and Organizational Skills
Sadia currently works as an educator and student counselor in Social Science while providing learner support and counseling. Her professional development includes counseling, education, and leadership. She has experience in teaching, facilitation, collaborative documentation, scheduling, and communication. She is experienced in adapting complex information for different audiences and coordinating content and educational activities
Community Engagement
She has experience in community-oriented activities, including fundraising and relief-support initiatives for vulnerable communities and people affected by humanitarian and environmental challenges. Her teaching, and learner-support experience has also involved communication, interpersonal development, and community-focused engagement. These experiences complement BNF’s emphasis on environmental awareness, community participation, education, and sustainable development.
Role at Bangladesh Nature Foundation
As a Director of the Women Wing and Affairs of the Bangladesh Nature Foundation, Sadia contributes to women’s affairs, gender issues, balance, stakeholder management, and community meetings. Her background in education and community engagement supports BNF’s efforts to disseminate knowledge and communicate its conservation and development initiatives effectively.
Professional Contribution to BNF
Sadia’s combination of business education, teaching and training expertise, communication skills, and community engagement provides valuable support to the Bangladesh Nature Foundation. Her multidisciplinary experience can contribute to organizational communication, educational initiatives, knowledge dissemination, community engagement, documentation, and the development of accessible communication materials related to sustainable livelihoods and community development
Executive Member
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Executive Member | Bangladesh Nature Foundation
Dr. Md Khurshid Alam Bhuiyan is a marine and coastal ecologist specializing in ocean acidification, marine biodiversity, coastal ecosystem resilience, blue carbon, estuarine ecology, and climate-driven environmental change. He currently works as an Engineer for Zooplankton Aquaculture at the Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research (AWI), Germany. His research integrates experimental and field ecology, marine organismal biology, ecological synthesis, statistical analysis, and conservation-oriented approaches to understand and address environmental change in marine and coastal ecosystems.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
Dr. Bhuiyan holds a Ph.D. in Marine and Coastal Management from the University of Cádiz, Spain, and the University of Aveiro, Portugal, completed through the Erasmus Mundus MACOMA programme with an excellent result. He also holds an M.Sc. in Water and Coastal Management from the University of Cádiz, Spain, and the University of Plymouth, UK, through the Erasmus Mundus WACOMA programme. In Bangladesh, he completed an M.S. in Marine Science (Oceanography) and a B.Sc. (Hons) in Marine Science from the Institute of Marine Sciences and Fisheries, University of Chittagong, achieving First Class First in both degrees.
Professional Experience
Dr. Bhuiyan currently serves at the Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research, Germany, where he contributes to research and development related to zooplankton aquaculture and sustainable marine resources. Previously, he worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute of Marine Research, University of Cádiz, Spain, focusing on estuarine food webs, coastal ecosystems, invasive species, and environmental change. He also conducted doctoral research at the University of Cádiz and has earlier professional experience as a Research Associate and Program Officer with the Bangladesh Nature Foundation, Research Assistant at Universiti Putra Malaysia, and National Project Team Member at the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission.
Areas of Expertise
His major areas of expertise include ocean acidification, marine global change, marine and invertebrate ecology, coastal ecosystem functioning and resilience, blue carbon, salt-marsh and estuarine ecology, marine biodiversity, ecosystem processes, marine pollution, microplastics, fisheries, invasive species, restoration ecology, conservation, and adaptive coastal management.
Research and Scientific Contributions
Dr. Bhuiyan has authored 45 peer-reviewed scientific publications covering ocean acidification, marine pollution, blue carbon, biodiversity, estuarine ecology, mangrove and salt-marsh ecosystems, microplastics, fisheries, invasive species, and climate resilience. His recent lead-author research includes studies on Atlantic blue crab invasion dynamics in European salt marshes and the functions and ecosystem services of salt-marsh macrofauna. His research experience spans Europe and South and Southeast Asia, combining experimental ecology, field-based research, organismal studies, and ecological synthesis to investigate environmental change and ecosystem resilience.
Research Projects and Leadership
Dr. Bhuiyan has participated in and contributed to multidisciplinary research involving marine global change, coastal ecosystem processes, environmental stressors, biodiversity, invasive species, and sustainable marine resources. His research has included experimental and mesocosm studies, field investigations, carbonate chemistry, organismal physiology and biochemistry, and quantitative ecological analysis. His international research experience across academic and research institutions in Europe and Asia provides a strong foundation for collaborative marine and coastal research initiatives.
Conservation and Environmental Engagement
His scientific work has a strong conservation and sustainability dimension, particularly in relation to coastal ecosystem resilience, blue carbon, biodiversity conservation, restoration, and climate adaptation. His research on estuaries, salt marshes, mangroves, marine biodiversity, invasive species, and multiple environmental stressors contributes to improved understanding of coastal ecosystem functioning and supports evidence-based approaches to conservation and adaptive coastal management.
Scientific and Technical Skills
Dr. Bhuiyan has expertise in experimental and field ecology, mesocosm studies, carbonate chemistry, marine organism physiology and biochemistry, ecological synthesis, multivariate statistics, R-based statistical analysis, data visualization, scientific writing, and publication-quality scientific graphics. His multidisciplinary technical background enables him to integrate experimental observations, field data, ecological theory, and quantitative methods in marine and coastal research.
Professional Recognition
Dr. Bhuiyan has received several competitive international fellowships, travel grants, and academic distinctions. These include the Erasmus+ Erasmus Mundus Joint Doctorate Fellowship from the European Commission, valued at €129,900, and the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Fellowship, valued at €45,000. He has also received travel grants from the Ocean Carbon and Biogeochemistry (OCB) Summer Workshops, NEOBIOTA, and the SETAC Young Environmental Scientists Meeting. He was awarded University of Chittagong Merit Scholarships for achieving First Class First in both his B.Sc. and M.S. degrees. As of September 2026, his Google Scholar profile records 1,260 citations, an h-index of 19, and an i10-index of 34.
Professional Memberships and Scholarly Service
Dr. Bhuiyan contributes actively to the international scientific community through editorial and peer-review activities. He serves as an Associate Editor for Frontiers in Marine Science in Marine Biology and for Climate Resilience and Sustainability. He has also served as a Guest Editor for Water and has reviewed manuscripts for numerous international journals covering environmental science, marine ecology, aquatic toxicology, coastal management, biodiversity, pollution, and related fields. His scholarly service reflects active engagement with the international marine and environmental research community.
Role at Bangladesh Nature Foundation
As an Executive Member of the Bangladesh Nature Foundation, Dr. Bhuiyan contributes expertise in marine and coastal ecology, biodiversity conservation, blue carbon, ecosystem resilience, ocean acidification, climate-driven environmental change, and sustainable coastal management. His international research experience and interdisciplinary expertise strengthen the Foundation’s scientific capacity for coastal ecosystem assessment, conservation research, climate resilience, restoration, and evidence-based management of marine and coastal natural resources.
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Executive Member | Bangladesh Nature Foundation (BNF)
Dr. Abdulla-Al-Asif is a marine ecologist, aquatic biodiversity researcher, academic, and research consultant with multidisciplinary expertise in marine and coastal ecology, benthic ecology, seagrass and mangrove ecosystems, aquatic biodiversity, fisheries, aquaculture, invasive species, ecosystem services, blue carbon, and aquatic conservation. As an Executive Member of the Bangladesh Nature Foundation (BNF), he contributes scientific and technical expertise to the Foundation’s research, biodiversity conservation, environmental assessment, ecosystem management, and sustainable aquatic resource initiatives. His academic and professional experience in marine and aquatic sciences provides a strong scientific foundation for supporting BNF’s conservation-oriented programmes and evidence-based environmental activities.
Academic Qualifications of Dr. Abdulla-Al-Asif
Dr. Abdulla-Al-Asif holds a PhD in Marine Ecology and Biodiversity from Universiti Putra Malaysia, where his doctoral research focused on temporal variation in benthic biodiversity and carbon sequestration in seagrass ecosystems of the Punang-Sari River estuary, Sarawak, Malaysia. He also holds an MSc in Aquaculture from Bangladesh Agricultural University and a BSc in Fisheries from Jashore University of Science and Technology. His academic training encompasses marine and estuarine ecology, aquatic biodiversity, fisheries biology, aquaculture, aquatic conservation, environmental assessment, and quantitative ecological analysis.
Professional Experience
Dr. Abdulla-Al-Asif currently serves as Executive Director and Journal Consultant at Genesis Research Consultancy Limited, where he is involved in research consultancy, scientific writing, research project development, academic editing, journal development, editorial processes, publication ethics, peer-review systems, and journal indexing and visibility. He previously served as a Lecturer in Aquatic Ecology at Universiti Putra Malaysia Bintulu Sarawak Campus and worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at Universiti Putra Malaysia. His earlier professional experience also includes research work with IDRS-BFRI-JUST and technical and field-based responsibilities in the aquatic and agricultural sectors.
Research and Scientific Contributions
His research encompasses marine and coastal ecology, seagrass ecosystems, mangrove ecology, benthic community ecology, aquatic biodiversity, molluscan diversity, zooplankton and phytoplankton ecology, fisheries biology, aquaculture, aquatic invasive species, ecosystem services, blue carbon, carbon sequestration, climate and environmental change, and coastal resource management. His research has involved field-based ecological surveys, biodiversity assessment, benthic community analysis, quantitative ecological analysis, GIS-based spatial analysis, ecological modelling, and scientific data interpretation.
Research Publications
Dr. Abdulla-Al-Asif has published more than 120 scientific research and review articles covering marine and coastal ecology, aquatic biodiversity, benthic ecology, seagrass and mangrove-associated ecosystems, fisheries, aquaculture, invasive species, ecosystem services, and environmental conservation. Among these publications, 28 articles have been published in journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, reflecting his active contribution to peer-reviewed scientific research and knowledge generation in aquatic and environmental sciences. His published research includes studies on seagrass and mangrove-associated ecosystems, benthic macrofaunal communities, aquatic biodiversity, molluscan diversity, fisheries, zooplankton, aquatic invasive species, ecosystem services, and conservation. His research has also contributed to understanding biodiversity status, ecological threats, and conservation priorities in marine and coastal ecosystems of Bangladesh and Southeast Asia.
Conservation and Environmental Expertise
His conservation-oriented expertise includes aquatic biodiversity assessment, biodiversity conservation, threat assessment, ecosystem services, blue carbon, carbon sequestration, climate and environmental change, aquatic invasive species, and coastal resource management. His research on seagrass, mangrove, benthic, and other aquatic ecosystems provides scientific perspectives relevant to ecosystem conservation, restoration, sustainable resource use, and environmental management.
Scientific and Technical Expertise
Dr. Abdulla-Al-Asif has experience in research design and methodology, literature review and evidence synthesis, field sampling and ecological surveys, aquatic biodiversity assessment, benthic community assessment, statistical and quantitative ecological analysis, GIS-based spatial analysis, ecological modelling, data visualization, scientific manuscript preparation, research proposal development, academic editing, scientific communication, journal development, editorial consultancy, peer-review management, and publication ethics. He is experienced with statistical, ecological, GIS, spatial-analysis, and scientific productivity software used in marine and environmental research.
Academic and Professional Engagement
Dr. Abdulla-Al-Asif has experience in academic teaching, student mentoring, research guidance, international research collaboration, scientific communication, research project coordination, academic journal development, editorial systems, and research consultancy. He has also participated in international scientific conferences and proceedings and has contributed to peer review for journals covering marine science, environmental science, biodiversity, ecology, fisheries, and related disciplines.
Role at Bangladesh Nature Foundation
As an Executive Member of the Bangladesh Nature Foundation, Dr. Abdulla-Al-Asif contributes scientific and technical expertise to the Foundation’s activities in biodiversity conservation, marine and coastal ecosystem research, aquatic resource management, environmental assessment, and conservation planning. His expertise in seagrass and mangrove ecosystems, benthic biodiversity, fisheries, aquaculture, blue carbon, ecosystem services, and aquatic invasive species supports BNF’s scientific capacity and its efforts to promote evidence-based conservation and sustainable management of aquatic and coastal natural resources.
Professional Contribution to BNF
Dr. Abdulla-Al-Asif’s combination of marine ecological research, aquatic biodiversity assessment, conservation science, academic teaching, research consultancy, scientific communication, and publication expertise provides multidisciplinary support to the Bangladesh Nature Foundation. His professional experience strengthens BNF’s capacity for scientific research, biodiversity documentation, environmental assessment, conservation planning, research collaboration, and dissemination of scientific knowledge in support of sustainable coastal and aquatic ecosystem management.
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Executive Member | Bangladesh Nature Foundation
Dr. Abdullah Al Mamun is a marine scientist, aquatic microbial ecologist, researcher, and university academic specializing in microbial ecology, marine and aquatic ecosystems, biodiversity, environmental assessment, and ecosystem health. He has more than 15 years of combined experience in marine science, aquatic ecology, environmental research, and scientific investigation in Bangladesh and China. His research integrates field-based ecological assessment with microbial ecology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, and environmental data analysis.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
Dr. Mamun holds a PhD in Environmental Science with a specialization in Microbial Ecology from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Urban Environment, China. He also holds an MS in Marine Ecology from Ocean University of China, an MS in Marine Science from the University of Chittagong, and a BSc (Hons) in Marine Science from the University of Chittagong. He subsequently completed a two-year Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Microbial Ecology at Sun Yat-sen University, China.
Professional Experience
Dr. Mamun is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Fisheries & Marine Resources Technology at Rangamati Science & Technology University, Bangladesh. Before joining the university, he worked as a Senior Researcher at the Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Southern Marine Sciences and Engineering in Zhuhai, China. He has also served as a Principal Investigator and Senior Researcher with the Bangladesh Nature Foundation and has held research positions at the Institute of Urban Environment, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Ocean University of China.
Areas of Expertise
His major areas of expertise include aquatic microbial ecology, marine and freshwater ecology, environmental microbiology, microbial community ecology, aquatic ecosystem health, marine biodiversity, coastal bioassessment, microbial nitrogen cycling, denitrification, bioinformatics, environmental DNA, metabarcoding, metagenomics, and ecological data analysis.
Research and Scientific Contributions
Dr. Mamun has contributed extensively to research on aquatic microbial communities, coastal ecosystems, plankton and protozoan communities, environmental pollution, biodiversity, ecosystem health, and biogeochemical processes. His recent research has particularly focused on microbial nitrogen cycling, denitrifying bacteria, anammox processes, cyanobacterial blooms, microbial community assembly, and the ecological consequences of environmental change. He has published extensively in international peer-reviewed journals, including Science of the Total Environment, Water Research, Environmental Pollution, Marine Pollution Bulletin, Ecological Indicators, and Regional Studies in Marine Science.
Research Projects and Leadership
He has led and participated in national and international research projects supported by organizations including the National Natural Science Foundation of China, China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Bangladesh Nature Foundation. His project experience includes coastal bioassessment in southeastern Bangladesh, aquatic ecosystem health monitoring, microbial community research, denitrification mechanisms, and sustainable utilization of aquatic and animal-derived resources.
Conservation and Environmental Engagement
Dr. Mamun has a strong background in biodiversity and ecosystem assessment, particularly in coastal and aquatic environments. During his research with Bangladesh Nature Foundation, he contributed to coastal bioassessment and research on marine and coastal ecosystems of southeastern Bangladesh. His scientific work supports evidence-based understanding of ecosystem health, environmental change, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable management of aquatic resources.
Scientific and Technical Skills
His technical expertise includes next-generation sequencing, metabarcoding, metagenomics, bioinformatics, DNA and RNA extraction, PCR and qPCR, microbial culture, microscopy, microbial taxonomy and phylogeny, synthetic microbial ecology, and ecological statistics. He is proficient in R, Python, PRIMER+PERMANOVA, SPSS, SigmaPlot, Gephi, and Cytoscape.
Professional Recognition
Dr. Mamun has received several competitive research scholarships, fellowships, and awards, including the CAS–TWAS President Fellowship, Chinese Government Scholarship, Graduate Research Scholarship from the Institute of Urban Environment, Excellent International Students Award, Yongqing Environmental Protection Scholarship, Research Fund for International Young Scientists from the National Natural Science Foundation of China, and China Postdoctoral Research Foundation support.
Professional Memberships
He is associated with the Bangladesh Nature Foundation, Chinese Protozoological Society, Chinese Association of Microbial Ecology, and the Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography (ASLO).
Role at Bangladesh Nature Foundation
As an Executive Member of the Bangladesh Nature Foundation, Dr. Mamun contributes scientific and technical expertise to the Foundation’s conservation, biodiversity, ecosystem assessment, environmental research, and capacity-building activities. His experience in marine science, aquatic microbial ecology, environmental monitoring, and coastal ecosystem research strengthens the Foundation’s ability to apply scientific evidence to biodiversity conservation and sustainable management of natural resources.
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Safia Kabir Chowdhury
Executive Member | Bangladesh Nature Foundation (BNF)
Safia Kabir Chowdhury serves as an Executive Member of the Bangladesh Nature Foundation (BNF), contributing to the Foundation’s organizational, educational, communication, and community-oriented activities. She has an interdisciplinary background in business administration, research, education, training, content development, learner support, and community engagement. Her professional experience in research-based communication, educational activities, project organization, and digital content development provides valuable support for BNF’s institutional activities, environmental awareness initiatives, knowledge dissemination, and community engagement.
Academic Qualifications
Safia Kabir Chowdhury holds a Master of Business Administration in Accounting and Information Systems and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Information Systems from the International Islamic University Chittagong. Her academic training covered research methodology, quantitative business analysis, project management, organizational behaviour, human resource management, business communication, strategic management, and organizational strategy, providing a foundation in research, organizational management, and professional communication.
Research Experience
She has completed supervised research projects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Her MBA research examined compliance with AAOIFI and IFSB guidelines in the presentation and disclosure of financial statements of selected Islamic banks in Bangladesh, using annual reports and comparative analysis. Her BBA research examined corporate governance disclosure practices in the annual reports of selected Islamic and conventional banks in Bangladesh against relevant regulatory guidelines. These research activities developed her experience in standards-based document analysis, secondary data assessment, comparative analysis, structured data extraction, research synthesis, and academic presentation.
Professional Experience
Safia currently works as a Content Developer and Specialist, where she conducts research and develops, writes, and edits website content, articles, and campaign materials for international and Bangladeshi clients. Her responsibilities include content planning, research organization, project tracking, source evaluation, collaborative documentation, and editorial review. She has also worked as an English Language Trainer with Médecins Sans Frontières, where she designed and delivered practical English-language training for support staff. Earlier, she worked as an Educator and Student Counsellor, teaching Business Studies, English, and Social Science while providing learner support and counselling. She also served as an Assistant Teacher, gaining additional experience in teaching and educational support.
Education, Training and Capacity Development
Her professional development includes formal training in early childhood development, counselling, education, accounting software, and leadership. She has completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Development and professional training in therapeutic counselling skills and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. She is also undertaking advanced training in early childhood education and has completed additional training in accounting software and leadership development. These experiences have strengthened her capabilities in education, communication, learner support, organizational coordination, and people-centred programme development.
Communication and Organizational Skills
Safia has experience in professional writing, editing, curriculum development, teaching, facilitation, research organization, project planning, collaborative documentation, scheduling, and communication. She is experienced in adapting complex information for different audiences and coordinating content and educational activities. Her digital competencies include Microsoft Office, Google Docs and Sheets, Canva, CMS-based publishing, web research, digital content development, and responsible use of AI-assisted research and drafting tools with independent source verification and editorial review.
Community Engagement
She has experience in community-oriented activities, including fundraising and relief-support initiatives for vulnerable communities and people affected by humanitarian and environmental challenges. Her teaching, training, and learner-support experience has also involved communication, interpersonal development, and community-focused engagement. These experiences complement BNF’s emphasis on environmental awareness, community participation, education, and sustainable development.
Role at Bangladesh Nature Foundation
As an Executive Member of the Bangladesh Nature Foundation, Safia Kabir Chowdhury contributes to the Foundation’s organizational, educational, communication, and community-oriented activities. Her background in research, education, professional communication, content development, project organization, and community engagement supports BNF’s efforts to disseminate knowledge, strengthen environmental awareness, facilitate community participation, and communicate its conservation and development initiatives effectively.
Professional Contribution to BNF
Safia’s combination of business education, research experience, teaching and training expertise, communication skills, digital competence, and community engagement provides valuable support to the Bangladesh Nature Foundation. Her multidisciplinary experience can contribute to organizational communication, educational initiatives, knowledge dissemination, community engagement, documentation, and the development of accessible communication materials related to biodiversity conservation, environmental protection, sustainable livelihoods, and community development.
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Executive Member | Bangladesh Nature Foundation (BNF)
Yaad Bin Abuhena is an emerging academic trainee with interests in economics, financial accounting, business administration, and communication. He completed his Ordinary Level (O-Level) education at the International Modern Arabic School (IMAS) in Putrajaya, Malaysia, and is currently preparing for his Advanced Level (A-Level) qualifications as a private candidate. His academic interests and practical exposure to family-based agricultural operations provide an initial foundation for understanding resource management, rural livelihoods, and the economic dimensions of sustainable development. As an Executive Member of the Bangladesh Nature Foundation (BNF), he brings a youth perspective, an international educational background, and an interest in economic systems to the Foundation’s work in environmental conservation, community development, and sustainable livelihoods.
Academic Qualifications
Yaad completed his O-Level education at the International Modern Arabic School (IMAS) in Putrajaya, Malaysia. He is currently preparing for his A-Level qualifications as a private candidate, with a focus on Economics, Accounting, and English Language. His studies cover economic principles, financial records, resource allocation, analytical reasoning, and written communication. He plans to pursue undergraduate studies in Economics or Business Administration, further developing his understanding of financial systems, organizational management, and economic development.
Practical and Agricultural Experience
Through his involvement in his family’s agricultural operations, Yaad has gained practical exposure to farm activities, land use, resource allocation, labour coordination, and agricultural production cycles. This experience has introduced him to the operational and economic considerations involved in managing small-scale agricultural activities. It also provides a foundation for understanding the relationship between rural livelihoods, productive land use, and the responsible management of natural resources.
Economic and Analytical Interests
His academic interests in economics and accounting provide a foundation for understanding household resource management, production costs, financial accountability, and the allocation of limited resources. These areas of interest are relevant to community development initiatives in which livelihood opportunities, efficient resource use, and economic resilience are important considerations. As his academic training progresses, these interests may support his contribution to the planning, documentation, and assessment of community-oriented environmental and livelihood programmes.
Communication and Intercultural Competencies
Having studied in Malaysia, Yaad has experience in an international educational environment and exposure to diverse cultural settings. His English-language studies support the development of written communication, information synthesis, and collaborative skills. His independent approach to A-Level preparation also requires personal discipline, time management, and responsibility for his academic progress. These developing competencies provide a useful foundation for participating in organizational activities, preparing informational materials, and communicating with individuals from different backgrounds.
Role at Bangladesh Nature Foundation
As an Executive Member of the Bangladesh Nature Foundation, Yaad Bin Abuhena contributes a youth perspective to the organization’s activities and institutional development. His role provides an opportunity to connect his developing knowledge of economics and accounting with BNF’s priorities in biodiversity conservation, community engagement, and sustainable livelihoods. His practical exposure to agricultural operations also offers a grassroots perspective on the economic realities of land-based livelihoods and the importance of considering community needs in environmental initiatives.
Professional Contribution to BNF
Yaad’s potential contribution to BNF lies in his developing analytical, communication, and organizational skills, together with his interest in economic systems and agricultural management. These capabilities can support appropriate organizational activities involving information management, programme documentation, basic resource planning, and youth engagement, subject to his experience and responsibilities. His participation also reflects the value of engaging younger members in conservation organizations and encouraging their understanding of the connections between environmental stewardship, community well-being, and sustainable economic development.
