BWCCI Holds 13th Board Meeting

The 13th Board Meeting of the Bangladesh Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BWCCI) was held on 23 July 2026 at 3:00 PM.

The meeting was attended in person by President Ms. Sangita Ahmed, Vice President Ms. Sabina Alam, Treasurer Ms. Shahana Jefrin, and Board Directors Ms. Ridma Khan, Ms. Tanya Tazeen Karim, Ms. Lipi Khandker, and Ms. Tasnuva Shelley.

Board Directors Ms. Selina Quader, Ms. Priti Chakraborty, and Ms. Nusrat Amin Mirza joined the meeting virtually.

The meeting commenced with a one-minute silence and a prayer for the eternal peace and forgiveness of the soul of BWCCI’s Founder President, the late Ms. Selima Ahmad. Following the tribute, President Ms. Sangita Ahmed formally called the meeting to order and proceeded with the scheduled agenda.

BWCCI Pays Tribute to Founder President Selima Ahmad and Launches the WE SELIMA Campaign

Dhaka, 7 July 2026 — From 4:15 PM to 7:30 PM, the Bangladesh Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BWCCI) paid heartfelt tribute to its Founder President, Selima Ahmad, through a memorial programme at Gulshan Club, celebrating her remarkable legacy and lifelong contribution to women’s entrepreneurship.

In her welcome address, BWCCI President Sangita Ahmed reaffirmed the Chamber’s commitment to carrying forward Selima Ahmad’s vision of advancing women’s entrepreneurship, leadership, and economic empowerment.

A key highlight of the programme was the launch of the WE SELIMA (Women Entrepreneurs, Skills, Employment, Leadership, ICT through Mentorship & Acceleration) campaign and the unveiling of its official logo. The initiative was inaugurated by the BWCCI Board of Directors, together with Mr. Matlub Ahmad, Chairman of Nitol-Niloy Group and husband of Selima Ahmad, in the presence of Mr. Niloy Ahmad and members of the Ahmad family. The year-long campaign aims to inspire and empower the next generation of women entrepreneurs while carrying forward Selima Ahmad’s vision.

The programme was professionally moderated by Ridma Khan, Director of the BWCCI Board, who also delivered a heartfelt tribute. Distinguished international partners, including Susan Sarfati, Kim Bettcher, Camelia Bulat, Marc Schleifer, Biswajit Saha, and Naheed Mansoor, joined virtually to honour Selima Ahmad’s legacy.

Nearly 175 distinguished guests, including members of Selima Ahmad’s family, friends, development partners, and women entrepreneurs from across Bangladesh, attended the programme, celebrating the life and enduring impact of a visionary leader who transformed the landscape of women’s entrepreneurship in Bangladesh.

During the open remembrance session, BWCCI members shared their cherished memories and paid heartfelt tributes to Selima Ahmad.

MEMORIAL for Selima Ahmad hosted by Nitol-Niloy Group

Selima Ahmad, Vice Chairperson of Nitol-Niloy Group and Founder and President of BWCCI was remembered by her family members, colleagues and well wishers on Wednesday 1st July at the Nitol Niloy corporate centre in Mohakhali Dhaka.

BWCCI members, colleagues at Nitol Niloy group, family friends and development partners gathered to pay tribute to her remarkable life, visionary leadership, and lasting legacy.

Participants shared personal memories and expressed their deep respect and gratitude for her lifelong dedication to serving people, strengthening institutions, and creating economic opportunities for women at home and abroad.

The program concluded with a special prayer seeking Almighty Allah’s forgiveness and eternal peace for her departed soul.

Selima’s legacy will continue to inspire future generations.

Courtesy Meeting Between BWCCI and Depilex Smileagain Foundation

BWCCI hosted a courtesy meeting with Ms. Masarrat Misbah, Founder & CEO of Depilex Group and Founder & Chairperson of Depilex Smileagain Foundation (DSF), Pakistan.

The discussion explored potential collaboration between BWCCI and Depilex Beauty Clinic & Institute to promote women’s entrepreneurship and strengthen skills development in Bangladesh’s beauty and wellness sector.

The meeting was attended by Ms. Sangita Khan, Acting President of BWCCI; Ms. Sabina Alam Mita, Vice President; Ms. Shahanaz Jefrin, Treasurer; Ms. Afroza Parveen, Board Director; and BWCCI members Ms. Mishu and Ms. Wahida.