At ICHD, we believe knowledge is a powerful tool for creating lasting social change. Over the years, we’ve developed a wide range of research publications, training materials, policy papers, and child-friendly resources to support educators, parents, policymakers, and child development practitioners.
Founding Members
Dr. Manzoor Ahmed
Founder & Education Pioneer A visionary leader in Bangladesh’s education sector, Dr. Ahmed has dedicated his career to promoting child rights, quality education, and social equity both nationally and globally.
Ms. Mahmuda Akhter
Executive Director | Early Childhood Development Specialist A renowned ECD expert in Bangladesh and beyond, Ms. Akhter leads ICHD’s strategic direction, program development, and capacity-building initiatives.
Dr. Ananya Raihan
Founder Member and Director A visionary leader in ICT for development, dedicated to expanding access to information, social equity, and rural empowerment through innovation and research in Bangladesh and beyond.
Mr. Taku Furukawa
Founder Member and Director A passionate entrepreneur dedicated to improving child and human development through innovative business solutions, combining decades of experience in finance, technology, and sustainable development.
Advisory Board Members
Dr. Cassie Landers
Professor, Columbia University, USA
Dr. Faith Lamb-Parker
Senior Research Scientist, Bank Street College of Education, USA
Dr. Indrani Talagala
Former Head, Early Childhood & Primary Education, Open University of Sri Lanka
Ms. Janet Jamieson
Former Chair, Community Services, Red River College, Canada
Dr. Syed Fazley Hossain
Former Associate Professor in Jahangir Nagar University
Dr. Nafeesur Rahman
Disability & Development Consultant
Affiliated Professionals
Dr. Happy Kumar Das
Associate Professor, Institute of Education and Research, University of Rajshahi
G.M. Rakibul Islam
Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Administration, NSTU
Md. Shahriar Shafique
Instructor (General), Primary Teachers’ Training Institute, Directorate of Primary Education
Dr. M. Tariq Ahsan
Professor, Institute of Education and Research, University of Dhaka
Iqbal Hossain
Education Specialist, UNICEF Bangladesh
Golam Kibria
Education Specialist, EDUCO Bangladesh
Nazneen Akhter Ahmed
Founder & Principal, Little Wonders Play & Learn
Shamima Yasmin
ECD Specialist, Freelancer
Md. Mahfuzur Rahman Jewel
Education Officer, Directorate of Primary Education
Mahfuza Khanam Juthi
Technical Officer, Shurovi
Sultana Kaniz Fatema
Executive Director, Soft Shadow
Shahnaz Parvin Daisy
Associate Coordinator, Village Education Resource Center
Nilufa Nazneen
Upazilla Project Manager, Integrated Community Development Project, CHTDB
Jyotirmoy Chakma
Upazilla Project Manager, Integrated Community Development Project, CHTDB
A.T.M. Md. Shoeb Chowdhury
Program Officer, Integrated Community Development Project, CHTDB
Jasim Uddin
Program Officer, Integrated Community Development Project, CHTDB
Shamima Ferdous Tanny
Team Leader- Inclusive Education in Emergency, Centre for Disability in Development (CDD)
Sabiha Rahman Jeetu
CEO, Idea Dome Consultancy(DPE)
Md. Jaman Uddin Khan Raj
Senior Web Application Developer
Interested in Joining Our Team?
At ICHD, we believe meaningful change starts with passionate people. If you’re committed to improving the lives of children and families, we welcome you to become part of our growing network of professionals, educators, and researchers.