Dhaka: Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today urged Islamic NGOs to take up more social business initiatives to support the Muslim world. He made this appeal during a meeting with NGO leaders from various Muslim countries at the state guest house Jamuna.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the Chief Adviser emphasized the importance of focusing on women and healthcare, especially for the poor. He highlighted that addressing healthcare challenges is crucial for supporting impoverished communities. Professor Yunus advocated for social business as an effective means to provide this support, and he encouraged young people globally to embrace social entrepreneurship.
During the meeting, the NGO leaders expressed that the social business campaign led by Professor Yunus in recent years had inspired them to embark on similar projects in their respective countries. Notable attendees included Eyup Akbal, Secretary General of The Union of NGOs of The Islamic World (UNIW) from Turkey; Muhammed Huseyin Akta, representative of the Assembly of Turkish American Associations (ATAA); Fauwaz Bin Hasbullah from Malaysia; Muhammad Abdus Shakoor, President of Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan; and Dr. Salamun Bashri from Indonesia.
Additionally, Bangladeshi participants included Prof. Mahbub Ahmed, retired Professor of Dhaka University; S M Rasheduzzman, Chairman of SAWAB; Dr. Ali Afzal, Managing Director of Krishibid Group; and Dr. M. Abdul Aziz, Director General of BIIT.