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North South University (NSU), in collaboration with the Yunus Centre, hosts a day-long program and inauguration ceremony for the Social Business Academia Dialogue and the three zero club convention on Sunday. The highlight of the event was the formal inauguration of three groundbreaking centers at NSU.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by Ms Nurjahan Begum, Hon’ble Adviser to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, as the Chief Guest. Distinguished special guests included Ms Sharmeen Soneya Murshid, Hon’ble Adviser to the Ministry of Social Welfare, Ms Lamiya Morshed, Principal Coordinator (SDG Affairs), Chief Advisor’s Office and many more.
A special video message from Professor Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser to the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, was played during the ceremony.
In his message, Professor Yunus said, “Social business is not only just an idea. This is now a social movement. NSU has long been a pioneer academic institution for Social Business in Bangladesh. By hosting social business forums and fostering a culture of innovation, NSU has set a strong example for others to follow.”
He further said, “We are moving forward to achieve the three zeros: zero poverty, zero unemployment, and zero carbon emissions. Through this, we aim to build a livable and equitable world for all.”
Chief Guest Ms. Nurjahan Begum stated, “To achieve sustainable growth, we must address the three zeros by setting aside profit and personal interests. Our focus must be on creating social impact, promoting environmental sustainability, and ensuring the well-being of our communities. Therefore, promoting accessible healthcare and prioritizing public health must be integral to our growth strategy.”
The ceremony was presided over by Professor Dr Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, Vice Chancellor of NSU and Chairman of Grameen Bank, who also served as the host of the program.
In his opening remarks, he stated, “This gathering marks another significant step in North South University’s journey to nurture responsible, ethical, and visionary leaders who are prepared to tackle complex social issues on a global scale. These newly inaugurated centres reflect our continued dedication to integrating ethical awareness and sustainability into every aspect of our curriculum.”
The program concluded with the inauguration of the three centre centres: the NSU Social Business Centre, the NSU Social Impact & Sustainability Centre, and the NSU Climate & Disaster Resilience Centre marking a transformative chapter in the university’s continued pursuit of excellence and impact.