By
Quazi M. Ahmed
Founder & President, BOND
Innovation is the engine of progress and in a rapidly changing world, Bangladesh has no shortage of bright minds ready to solve big problems. But while talent and ideas are abundant, what often stands in the way is access to funding, mentorship, and global exposure.
This is where the Bangladeshi diaspora can play a transformative role.
At BOND (Bridging Organization with NRBs for Development), we believe the global Bangladeshi community holds the key to unlocking a new era of innovation in Bangladesh. By connecting resources from abroad with talent at home, we can create powerful bridges of opportunity, impact, and growth.
Diaspora: More Than Remitters, Now Enablers
Non-Resident Bangladeshis (NRBs) have long been celebrated for sending remittances to support families and communities back home. But today, the opportunity is even greater. NRBs are now in positions of leadership, influence, and financial capacity in many parts of the world. They’re investors, innovators, and changemakers in their own right.
When NRBs direct their capital, knowledge, and networks toward innovation in Bangladesh, the results can be extraordinary not only for individual entrepreneurs, but for the country as a whole.
How BOND Mobilizes Diaspora Support for Innovation
BOND is committed to turning global goodwill into local growth by helping NRBs fund and foster innovation in Bangladesh. Here’s how:
- Identifying High-Potential Innovators
Through outreach and collaboration with local institutions, we spotlight promising young entrepreneurs, researchers, and changemakers across sectors tech, health, education, agriculture, and beyond. - Connecting Diaspora Donors and Impact Investors
We facilitate introductions between NRBs who want to make a difference and local innovators who need funding, mentorship, or strategic guidance. - Funding Models That Fit
From one-time grants and innovation challenges to micro-investments and long-term partnerships, BOND helps structure support in a way that’s flexible, transparent, and impactful. - Mentorship and Strategic Advisory
In addition to funding, we match NRBs with relevant expertise to provide ongoing support and guidance, turning ideas into scalable solutions. - Showcasing Success
We document and promote the stories of diaspora-funded innovations celebrating shared success and encouraging others to get involved.
The Impact of Diaspora-Funded Innovation
Supporting innovation isn’t just about launching startups it’s about solving real-world problems and creating a more inclusive, forward-thinking Bangladesh. The ripple effects are wide:
- Young minds are empowered to stay, create, and lead
- Local economies are revitalized through job creation
- Global ideas are adapted to local challenges
- Innovation becomes a pathway to social progress
A small investment from the diaspora can ignite a big breakthrough for the country.
Moving from Generosity to Legacy
Funding innovation is not charity it’s legacy-building. It’s about planting seeds today that will grow into impactful solutions for generations to come. Whether you’re a tech professional in Canada, an academic in the UK, a business leader in Australia, or a social investor in the US your support can make the difference between an idea that fades away and one that changes lives. BOND exists to make that process simple, credible, and meaningful.
Let’s fund the future. Let’s fuel innovation.
Let’s build a smarter Bangladesh together.