Fahmida Farzana is a communications and research professional with a deep-rooted commitment to social justice, development, and advocacy. Holding both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in English from the University of Dhaka, Fahmida currently works as the Research Uptake and Communication Officer at ARK Foundation. In this role, they lead content strategy, manage stakeholder engagement, and ensure research findings are effectively communicated to inform policy and practice.

With diverse experience across social media management, market research, and event facilitation, Fahmida has worked with international and national development organizations such as UNV Bangladesh, and CMMS, contributing to impactful education, gender, and humanitarian projects. At Bina Terer Pathshala, an online ed-tech platform, played a critical role in advancing educational opportunities and promoting inclusivity and equitable access to resources. Her work with CMMS in The Bravemen and The Campus Hero projects, further deepened her involvement in gender-focused development initiatives, addressing the intersection of education, empowerment, and gender equity.

As a passionate advocate for human rights and gender justice, Fahmida Farzana has actively engaged in designing knowledge products that shape the discourse around gender-sensitive policies and practices. Their commitment to fostering open dialogue is also evident in their role as a co-host of Common Grounds, a platform for critical debates on sociopolitical issues like freedom of expression, indigenous rights, and feminism.

Driven by a strong interest in research and storytelling, Fahmida seeks to continue exploring the complexities of gender equity in local and global contexts, while contributing to sustainable development and social inclusion.