Meena Foundation: Empowering communities, nurturing hope.

Join us on a journey of empowerment and transformation with Meena Foundation. Together, we nurture hope and make a lasting impact, hand in hand with our communities.

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About & history

The Meena Foundation is a nonprofit organization in Bangladesh dedicated to fostering sustainable development, preserving cultural heritage, and empowering communities. Established in memory of Baby Akter Nahar (Meena), the foundation honors her legacy by addressing critical issues such as agricultural sustainability, digital learning, technical skills development, and arts promotion. Through diverse initiatives like the Heritage Seeds Initiative and other community-focused programs, we aim to create lasting, positive change and uplift marginalized communities.

 
 

The Meena Foundation, a nonprofit in Bangladesh, empowers communities through sustainable development and cultural preservation. Established in memory of Baby Akter Nahar (Meena), we focus on agricultural sustainability, digital learning, skills development, and arts promotion. Our mission is to create lasting, positive change for marginalized communities.

 
 

At Meena Foundation, we are guided by the following core values:

  1. Integrity: Upholding the highest standards of honesty and ethical conduct.
  2. Respect: Valuing the dignity and diversity of all individuals and communities.
  3. Transparency: Ensuring openness and accountability in all our actions.
  4. Empowerment: Enabling individuals to achieve their full potential.
  5. Sustainability: Promoting practices that protect and preserve our environment and cultural heritage.

Our team at Meena Foundation comprises dedicated professionals, passionate volunteers, and supportive partners. Together, we are committed to driving positive change, preserving cultural heritage, and empowering communities in Bangladesh and beyond. Our Board of Directors, Advisory Board, and key personnel bring a wealth of experience and expertise, guiding our mission with integrity and vision.

 
 
Team members

The talented team
behind our services

Meet our dedicated team members who work tirelessly to fulfill our mission and make a positive impact.

Masud Zakaria

Strategic planner

Ayesha Mahjabin

Executive Director

Islam Mohammd

Director, Heritage Seeds Initiative

Organization journey

Our evolutionary path

Tracing our journey from grassroots beginnings to global influence, see how we've evolved to create sustainable change worldwide.

Hello world!

Inception

Our humble beginnings started with a vision to address pressing social issues through community partnerships.

Founded - 2005

Stage 1

Growing support

Expansion

With growing support, we expanded our reach, launching impactful programs and initiatives to empower more lives.

Growth - 2010

Stage 2

Sustainability

Innovation

Embracing innovation, we leveraged technology and sustainable practices to enhance program effectiveness.

Transformation - 2015

Stage 3

Lasting change

Global Impact

Today, we proudly stand as a global force for positive change, collaborating with partners worldwide to create meaningful impact.

Influence - Present

Stage 4

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