BRAC University Graduate I Climate Activists I UN Millennium Fellow 24'
Mushfiqur Rahaman is a passionate and dedicated development professional specialized in media, communication, and civic engagement. He is a graduated in Media and Culture from BRAC University and has accumulated nearly 03 years of experience in various roles, including as an intern at BRAC Social Compliance Programme and as an Impact Associate at Social Impact Lab, BRAC University. His work spans across gender equity, climate resilience, youth engagement and practical intervention on water conservation through local community development.
Mushfiqur is a cofounder of "EcoFlow Revive," an initiative focused on restoring Banani Lake and improving urban water systems in Dhaka. Furthermore, he demonstrated leadership as Head of the Thought Leadership Department, SIL, organizing workshops and campaigns to prevent social exclusion, climate hazard and issues and gender-based inequalities. He has awarded into the prestigious scholarship in the Department of Civic Engagement at Central European University, Budapest, Hungary as well as fellowships, such as the UN Millennium Fellowship and the C2C Fellowship at Bard College Annandale, New York. As a grassroot leader and storyteller, he has been selected and participated in global conference "OSUN Get Engaged Conference 2024 in Berlin, Germany." As a journalist and social researcher, he contributed to various publications and research projects, including studies on water conservation and media's role in shaping gender perceptions.
ACADEMICS & SCHOLARSHIPS
Bachelor of Arts
School of English & Humanities
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Achievements
1. Awarded for one prestigious scholarship at Central European University at Budapest, Hungary.
2. Selected into the OSUN Global Get Engaged Conference 2024 at Bard College Berline, Germany.
Summer Exchange Programme
Department of Civic Engagement
Budapest, Hungary
Achievements
1. Gained hands-on experience in designing small project proposal, budgeting and pitching for grants.
2. Collaborated with 10 other country representatives to promote and administrate project in their nation.
OSUN Global Conference
Get Engaged Conference, 2024
Berlin, Germany
Achievements
1. Gained mentorship from Bard college professors for my social projects.
2. Presented "EcoFlow Revive" and created 3 partnerships with three different universities of Africa and Europe.
PROJECTS
I am leading this community-driven initiative as cofounder, focused on restoring Banani Lake and improving urban water systems in Korail. Through scientific research, WASH education, and sustainable practices, aligning with SDGs 3, 6, 8, 10, and 14, we are enhancing health, equity, and long-term sustainable development. Read more
Documentary "From Campus to Community"
This documentary is produced by me to showcase my social engagement, specifically for grant application purposes. Few clips from this film have also been featured in OSUN and UN Millennium Fellowship.
Harmony Spectrum
I am the co-founder of Harmony Spectrum, working to promoting inclusivity and empowerment for individuals with disabilities. Through storytelling, community engagement, and inclusive programs, we work to break social barriers. Read more
Short Film "A Decision"
I have directed a short film under the category of "Forced to Flee" of UNHCR Bangladesh with the collaboration of Dhaka Mobile Film Festival by ULAB in 2025. All the copy rights of this film belong to ULAB and UNHCR Bangladesh.
Clean Bangladesh 2.0 Campaign
I launched and successfully led the largest campaign focused on cleaning the Banani Lake basins and planted over 250 trees in the Korail area to promote environmental sustainability and community well-being. Read More
SHIKHA Annual Planning Workshop 2025
Successfully managed the three-day-long event named "SHIKHA Annual Planning Workshop 2025" by BRAC Social Compliance Programme. It was a joint effort of the all-project staff and organising team.
Comilla Flood Response 2024
In 2024, I led a team of BRAC University as the in-charge of rescue and flood crisis management in Choddogram, Comilla. Under my leadership, our team successfully rescued 21 people and provided relief support to 2,000 families. Read more
WASH Training Facilitation
I have conducted six WASH trainings in six community schools on water conservation, hygiene, sanitation and water purification in largest Slum (Korail) areas of Bangladesh. 
Local farmers capacity building workshop on post flood condition: Feni
In 2024, by a post-flood resilience campaign, we (EcoFlow Revive and SIL), supported 30 local farmers in Feni by providing 20 goats and 1 cow, alongside capacity-building training aimed at sustainable farm development and livelihood recovery.
Crowd funding for KORAIL fire breakout
We launched a crowdfunding campaign in collaboration with Peace Café BRACU to support the resilience and recovery of 30 families out of 200 affected by a major crisis, providing essential aid and resources to help them rebuild their lives. See more
Academics/Articles
A Sustainable & Practical Method for Water Conservation and Sanitation in Korail Slum through DEWATS (Decentralized Wastewater Treatment System.)
Role Play of Media in Shaping Human Perception Towards Gender in Bangladesh: A Case Study Analysis
Gender Wage Gap in Context of Bangladesh
Articles
Social Compliance Programme, Central Unit, BRAC
Responsibilities
1. Coordinated and assisted GBV prevention activities by developing communication materials, including public relations
contents, event management and designing, reaching individuals through awareness campaigns in project AGNEE by
BRAC.
2.
Prepared comprehensive reports writings following field visits, data collection and data analysis.
3. Facilitated children's engagement in participatory activities, ensured comprehensive documentation of project
completion, and contributed to the document’s preservation strategies of the EU-funded initiative.
4. Contributed to the development/designing of safeguarding training materials for community-based initiatives, schools,
and factories.
Social Impact Lab, BRAC University
Responsibilities
1. Led as the Head of the Thought Leadership Department, supervised 06 research reports, 15+ event proposals, and
campaign budget and planning for community-centric initiatives.
2. Organized and facilitated 10+ workshops and awareness campaigns targeting local communities, addressing gender
equity, safeguarding, and social inclusion issues.
3. Collaborated with community leaders, internal teams, and external stakeholders to mobilize support for projects
promoting gender-sensitive development and climate education.
Social Impact Lab, BRAC University
Responsibilities
1.
Conducted in-depth baseline surveys, data analysis, and prepared detailed reports to inform project-based
interventions in vulnerable communities.
2. Collaborated to the planning, evaluation, and monitoring the project and orchestrated team meetings, training
sessions.
Awareness 360 (Non-Profit)
Responsibilities
1. Volunteered in the "Assessment of Water Quality, Availability, and Accessibility in Dhaka: Case Studies of
Mohammadpur & Mirpur," survey-based research conducted for UNDP Bangladesh, as a fellow of Awareness 360.
2. Assisted survey in identifying the critical water-related issues, including quality, accessibility, and availability in two
marginalized communities in Dhaka city.
• Trained the data collection, report writing methodologies by the UN specialist.
ABC Academy
Responsibilities
1. Wrote 100+ web contents including Blogposts, How to Guide, FAQs and Product description on “Automotive parts &
Soft drinks” genre.
2. Maintained SEO, analytics and Google policies for organic promotion.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Fellowships
OSUN Get Engaged Conference, 2024
Berlin, Germany
DOCUMENTATIONS
2024 Flood Response at
Comilla, Bangladesh
DOCUMENTATIONS
Resilience Campaign at
KORAIL Slum, Dhaka
DOCUMENTATIONS
DOCUMENTATIONS
DOCUMENTATIONS
In the creative domain, Mushfiqur's versatility shines through his involvement in multimedia storytelling. From the constructive criticism of the animated short film Chilekothar Shepai – The Smoker, to producing and directing short films named " A Journey to Community from Campus" which examines the perils of media analysis. Also, his academic analysis spans disciplines, including a sophisticated examination of Nasir Uddin Yousuf Bacchu's cinematic masterpiece Alpha, where he explores the interplay of story and plot within the narrative structure.
Mushfiqur's scholarly pursuits reflect a deep interest in linguistics and its socio-cultural implications. His work incorporates Michael Halliday’s Theory of Metafunction, analyzing the interplay between ideational, interpersonal, and textual meanings in authentic social contexts. He further explores systemic functional linguistics, focusing on the relationship between language, context, and meaning. His linguistic analysis also investigates media portrayals of marginalized communities, emphasizing how these narratives shape public perception and propagate stereotypes in a more structured way.
He is also passionate about fostering cross-cultural understanding. His latest initiative focuses on bridging East Asian languages, traditions, and values, aiming to promote intercultural dialogue through discussions and performances. An advocate for responsible digital citizenship, Mushfiqur has critically examined the socio-political impact of sharing political memes on social media, emphasizing their potential for controversy and the urgent need for ethical online behavior.
