It is a pleasure to inform everyone that Parisa Shakur has joined the GBF board of directors.

Parisa Shakur is an Economist, with twelve years of teaching experience at North South University (NSU). Her dedication to social services led her to serve as Treasurer and Fundraiser at Barnardo’s Children Charity in the UK, Advisor and Sponsor at Jaago Bangladesh Foundation for a decade and Advisor to NSU Social Services Club. As the former Director of Student Affairs, Outreach Coordinator, and Assistant Proctor at the largest private university in the country, Parisa had the opportunity to serve the vulnerable and disadvantaged in the community in various ways. Parisa is a graduate of the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) and the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in the UK.

With her decorated experience in engaging youths in volunteerism and her networking expertise, we believe Parisa will add the edge factor to our team. GBF is looking forward to leveraging Parisa’s skills in the academia & development sector!