The British Council Bangladesh has recently hosted an event titled Commonwealth Scholars Welcome Home to celebrate the achievements of Commonwealth scholars who recently returned after completing their studies in the United Kingdom.
The event, held at the British Council on Fuller Road in Dhaka, brought together scholars, guests, and representatives from the British high commission and the Bangladesh Association of Commonwealth Scholars and Fellows, said a press release.
The event began with a welcome from Professor Borhan Uddin Khan, president of the BACSAF, who highlighted the commonwealth scholars鈥� significant contributions to Bangladesh鈥檚 development.
Mozammel Mia, associate professor at BRAC business school, and Madhurima Shaha, a recent graduate, shared their experiences of studying in the UK, emphasising the impact of their education in the UK on their personal and professional growth.
In his remarks, Stephen Forbes, country director Bangladesh, British Council, said, 鈥榊our dedication and commitment to achieving this significant educational milestone in the UK are truly inspiring. We encourage you to stay connected with the BACSAF, continuing to share your experiences, insights, and contributions as part of this vibrant network.鈥�
鈥業 believe that your work will have an incredible impact on driving Bangladesh's development and addressing challenges on a global scale,鈥� he added.
Adding a touch of cultural vibrancy to the evening, Ishrar Habib, co-founder of Clefs Music Foundation and a Commonwealth scholar, performed a selection of traditional and contemporary music, enthralling the audience.
The event also formally introduced BACSAF to the returning scholars, with Borhan Uddin Khan, president of BACSAF, outlining the association鈥檚 mission to build a stronger network and foster collaboration among Commonwealth alumni.
