SAF-Bangladesh Introduction & News

Grateful Acknowledgment of Support for Forestry Studies in Bhutan

Title: Grateful Acknowledgment of Support for Forestry Studies in Bhutan In a heartfelt message, Alumnus UMCSAFS Farshad Alam Chowdhury, a lecturer at the Forestry Science and Technology Institute in Chittagong, Bangladesh, expressed his sincere appreciation to Madam France Marquet, Principal Trustee MSFand UNESCO SAF Representative.

Art as a bridge: SAF Exhibition celebrates South Asian unity

Speaking directly to the artists in attendance, Prof Hashmi challenged them to think deeply about the purpose of their work, “Every artist should ask themselves, 'Who is this for? Why am I doing this? Does it impact anyone’s life?' At that point, they create an audience for themselves."

UMSAILS Announces Madanjeet Singh Scholarship for LLM Program at UAP, Dhaka (2025)

UNESCO Madanjeet Singh South Asian Institute of Advanced Legal and Human Rights Studies (UMSAILS) aims to be a regional centre of excellence through undertaking research works and offering post‐graduate education in South Asian law and Human Rights. Its mission is to further the potential of South Asia in legal education, research and scholarship and to impart knowledge and the skills that are necessary to confront the new challenges of this era. It is sponsored by the South Asia Foundation (SAF), which is founded by UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Madanjeet Singh.....

Mr Rabiul Alam, Alumnus,UMCSAJ Wins UNICEF Media Award-2023 for Compelling Story on Erosion-Hit Children

Mr Abiul Alam, a SAF Alumni from the UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Centre of South Asian Journalism (UMCSAJ), Asian College of Journalism, Chennai, India has been awarded the UNICEF Media Award-2023 for his compelling story titled "Manta and Erosion-Hit Children Grapple with Endless Identity Crisis.....

20th Annual Governing Council Meeting of South Asia Foundation held in Galle, Sri Lanka on 25 Nov, 2023

The Annual Governing Council Meeting of the South Asia Foundation (SAF) and Madanjeet Singh Foundation convened on November 25, 2023, in Galle, Sri Lanka. The meeting saw active Chairpersons from the Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka of South Asia Foundation chapters and Mr. Timothy Curtis, Director of UNESCO.

Mr. Zakaria SAF-Bangladesh new Secretary visited UMSGET and met current SAF scholars

UMSAILS Announces Eight fully paid SAF UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Scholarship For Academic Year 2023-24

The UNESCO Madanjeet Singh South Asian Institute of Advanced Legal and Human Rights Studies (UMSAILS) at South Asian Institute of Advanced Legal and Human Rights Studies (SAILS), Dhaka, Bangladesh is pleased to announce the Madanjeet Singh scholarship for one year Master of Laws (LLM) program to be undertaken at Department of Law and Human Rights, University of Asia Pacific (UAP) in Dhaka, Bangladesh from January 2024 to December 2024. The citizens of all SAARC countries are eligible to apply for the scholarship....

Chairperson of SAF-Pakistan, Prof. Salima Hashmi, Explores Collaborative Avenues on Bangladesh Visit

Prof. Salima Hashmi, a distinguished educator and influencer, embarked on a significant visit to Bangladesh to foster educational partnerships and cross-border alliances. During her visit, Dr. Hashmi engaged in insightful discussions with key figures, including Vice Chairperson, SAF-Bangaldesh as well as accomplished individuals - Mr. Shimul Saha, Md. Mainul Islam, Mahmud-Ul-Hasan, and Md. Shariful Islam. The meetings centered on mutual professional achievements and strategies for enhancing collaborative initiatives.

Art Professor & Chairperson,SAF-Pakistan, Salima Hashmi Sparks Collaborative Cultural Dialogue During Visit to SAF- Bangladesh

Prof. Hashmi engaged in a fruitful discussion with Amb. Farooq Sobhan, Chairperson, South Asia Foundation-Bangladesh and Ms. Khushi Kabir, Vice Chairperson, SAF-Bangladesh. The discussions revolved around the promotion and advancement of fine arts in the region and the ongoing initiatives of the South Asia Foundation to support scholars and artists across different SAARC chapters.

Prof. Salima Hashmi Chairperson, SAF-Pakistan meets with UMISAA's Alumni Mr. Shimul Saha and Mr. Mainul Islam from Bangladesh

Renowned Academic and SAF-Pakistan Chairperson, Professor Slima Hashmi, embarked on a significant visit to Bangaldesh During her stay, Prof. Hashmi engaged in productive discussions with UMISAA Alumni, Mr. Shimul Saha and Mr. Mainul Islam. The meetings revolved around their professional accomplishments and strategies to fortify the SAF network.