Shaila Reza is a distinguished development professional with over three decades of experience in Bangladesh’s NGO sector, dedicated to advancing inclusive development and improving the lives of marginalized and vulnerable communities. She currently serves as the Chairperson of GRACE, where she provides strategic leadership and guidance to strengthen the organization’s mission of empowering communities, particularly those living in hard-to-reach areas. Throughout her extensive career, Shaila has contributed to diverse development initiatives, policy dialogue, organizational strengthening, and strategic planning. Her expertise in leadership, facilitation, and partnership building has enabled organizations and stakeholders to work collaboratively toward sustainable solutions for complex development challenges. Driven by a strong commitment to people-centred development, Shaila believes in creating opportunities that enhance human dignity, resilience, and wellbeing. Her visionary leadership, practical experience, and deep understanding of community needs continue to inspire impactful interventions and meaningful change. Shaila holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Geography from the University of Dhaka.

Mr. Haq Formar is the Former Chairman and currently serves as an Advisor (Volunteer) of GRACE, bringing over 25 years of distinguished leadership experience in public health, environmental sustainability, climate resilience, nutrition, health systems strengthening, and urban development. A respected development professional, strategic leader, and social influencer, he has dedicated his career to advancing equitable development, strengthening institutions, and improving the wellbeing of vulnerable communities. Throughout his extensive career, Mr. Haq has held senior leadership, advisory, management, and consultancy roles with renowned international organizations and development partners, including UNICEF, UNODC (Afghanistan), Asian Development Bank (ADB), GIZ, Concern Worldwide, and UNOPS, as well as with key government institutions such as the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives (MoLGRD&C), City Corporations, DGHS, DGFP, BNNC, IPHN, and other national agencies. His expertise encompasses program strategy and design, health systems strengthening, digital health, health financing, urban health, nutrition governance, climate resilience, and policy advocacy. He has successfully led large-scale, multi-sectoral development programs supported by major international donors, including USAID, the European Union, FCDO, Irish Aid, and the German Government, with a strong focus on capacity building, community engagement, inclusive service delivery, and sustainable development outcomes. As a strategic advisor and consultant, Mr. Haq has provided guidance to UN agencies, INGOs, government bodies, NGO partners, and community organizations on health system reform, policy development, innovative programming approaches, and evidence-based solutions—particularly in fragile, urban, and climate-vulnerable contexts. At GRACE, he continues to provide valuable strategic direction and mentorship, supporting the organization’s vision of fostering creativity, connection, resilience, and sustainable social impact. His extensive experience in multi-stakeholder collaboration, universal health coverage (UHC), urban health, MNCAH, monitoring and evaluation, grant management, digital innovation, and community-centred development strengthens GRACE’s commitment to delivering impactful solutions for underserved populations. Mr. Haq holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Maternal, Child, and Reproductive Health from the State University of Bangladesh, a Master of Urban and Regional Planning from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), and a Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning from Khulna University.

Dr. Parvin is the Vice Chairperson of GRACE and a distinguished researcher at the College of Policy Science, Ritsumeikan University, Osaka, Japan. With a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree and extensive expertise in environmental policy, urban resilience, disaster risk management, food security, and microinsurance, she brings a unique blend of academic excellence, global research experience, and strategic insight to GRACE’s leadership. At GRACE, Dr. Parvin plays a pivotal role in advancing the organization’s vision of fostering creativity, connection, and sustainable social impact through evidence-based and community-centred development approaches. She contributes her expertise to strengthening GRACE’s programs in climate resilience, environmental sustainability, food security, and inclusive community development, particularly for vulnerable and underserved populations. Her pioneering research on blue-green infrastructure, climate disaster resilience, and community-based policy solutions has been widely recognized through peer-reviewed publications and presentations at international conferences across Asia, Europe, and beyond. By bridging cutting-edge research with practical field-level action, Dr. Parvin supports GRACE in designing innovative solutions that respond to emerging social, environmental, and development challenges. Known for her collaborative leadership, strategic thinking, and strong global partnerships, Dr. Parvin continues to enhance GRACE’s capacity to create meaningful, scalable, and sustainable change—ensuring that every initiative is grounded in scientific knowledge, local realities, and a deep commitment to improving community wellbeing.

**Md. Mamun Or Rashid** is a senior development and policy professional with over 13 years of experience in designing, managing, and delivering impactful multi-sector development programs for national and international organizations. As a key member of GRACE’s leadership team, he contributes to advancing the organization’s vision of creating resilient, inclusive, and sustainable communities through evidence-based programming, strategic partnerships, and innovative development solutions. With a strong commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable and underserved populations, Mamun brings extensive expertise across Climate Change Adaptation (CCA), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), climate resilience, public health, nutrition, WASH, livelihoods, food security, and Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI). His integrated approach connects humanitarian response, development programming, and locally led solutions to address complex social and environmental challenges. Throughout his professional journey, Mamun has successfully managed and provided strategic oversight to donor-funded programs supported by renowned development partners, including KOICA, the European Union (EU), Concern Worldwide, World Bank/SDF, CARE, and icddr,b. His experience encompasses program strategy development, grant and portfolio management, donor compliance, MEAL systems, financial accountability, government coordination, partnership management, and stakeholder engagement from community to national levels. At GRACE, Mamun plays an important role in strengthening program quality, resource mobilization, institutional capacity, and strategic collaboration with development partners. His expertise in policy dialogue, advocacy, knowledge management, and partnership building supports GRACE’s commitment to delivering scalable and sustainable solutions aligned with global development priorities, including climate resilience, social inclusion, and community empowerment. Recognized for his leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams and fostering collaborative partnerships, Mamun promotes approaches grounded in accountability, safeguarding, localization, and meaningful community participation. His professional focus is centered on transforming evidence and innovation into practical actions that create measurable and lasting social impact. Mamun holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology and a Master of Social Science (MSS) in Social Welfare from the University of Dhaka, strengthening his multidisciplinary foundation in public health, social development, and evidence-based policy practice.

A dedicated development professional with 5 years of voluntary experience in community service and social development. Holds an MDPS from Khulna University (KU) and a BSc in Food & Nutrition under Khulna University. Brings a strong academic foundation in nutrition and development studies, combined with practical experience in community engagement, program support and humanitarian initiatives. Committed to improving health, nutrition, livelihoods and the wellbeing of vulnerable communities through inclusive and sustainable development.