Md Afzal Hossain Sarwar

a2i-Aspire to Innovative

Bangladesh

Speaker

My organisation

At a2i-Aspire to Innovative, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration across various sectors. Our mission is to harness innovative solutions that drive positive change in communities, empower individuals, and enhance the efficiency of public services. By connecting diverse stakeholders and facilitating knowledge sharing, we strive to inspire groundbreaking ideas that address today’s challenges. Together, we believe in transforming visions into reality through the power of innovation.
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About me

Md Afzal Hossain Sarwar is a Policy Analyst at a2i – Aspire to Innovate, ICT Division, Bangladesh, committed to driving inclusive education, accessibility, and digital innovation. With over a decade of experience in educational policy and technology-enhanced learning, he has led transformative initiatives like NISE, MuktoPaath, Konnect, and Teacher's Portal to promote equitable access to education for all, including persons with disabilities. Sarwar has worked with global organizations such as UNDP, UNESCO, and UNICEF, addressing accessibility challenges and contributing to policies like Bangladesh's National Artificial Intelligence Policy. His work focuses on leveraging technology to create sustainable, inclusive systems that empower marginalized communities and advance the SDGs.

Additional questions

I speak the following languages:

English

Areas of Activity

Employment

Supported EmploymentVocational TrainingMatchmakingHigher education to prepare for the labour market

ICT (Information and Communication Technologies)

Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning / Big Data SolutionsCommunity and Knowledge PlatformMobile Services and Smartphone AppsSocial Media

Other Areas of Activity

EducationAccessibility

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Speaker sessions (1)

Wednesday, 5 March 2025

16:30 - 17:30

Government-led services

Format:In-personLocation:M1Track:Zero Project Awardees
  • Supported Employment
  • English captions | International Sign

This session features Zero Project Awardees that are innovating in a variety of ways, be it with request for proposals or supported employment.