BritBangla’s continual aim is to raise the BritBengali profile, highlight up and coming and inspirational BritBengalis. The achievement profiles of well-known successful British Bengalis are on the website. The membership composes of dynamic professionals and entrepreneurs that attracts the mainstream and Bengali media.

New Honorary members of BritBangla are Dr Wali Tasar Uddin MBE and Konni Huq, Blue Peter presenter.

Just to highlight a few of the successful members of BritBangla these include Shamim Chowdhury - SKY - Deputy Foreign News Editor, Aladin - Magician, Abdul Ahad - Astromer/Science Fiction Author, Mary Rahman - Publicist - MRPR, Enamul Hoque - International Photographer, Romie Ali - Bengali Singer/Radio Presenter, Sam Zaman - DJ/Producer - State of Bengal, Burhan Ahmed - Editor, Asian Times, Dishad Hussain - Filmmaker, Sam Alim - Publisher - WhatsonUK, Awlad Hussain - CyberSylhet and many more talented and entrepreneurial members.

News on members
Sam Zaman of the globally successful ‘State of Bengal’ is currently on his world tour that include Brazil, Canada, Columbia, Madrid, New York, Delhi and China - his gigs have been a sell-out. The UK tour was in July. A new album is to be released soon.
State of Bengal (aka Sam Zaman) is one of the key DJ/Producers from the British Asian music scene that emerged in the mid 90’s and gave birth to the influential ‘Asian Underground’ movement. His reputation as one of the most innovative and pioneering artists is still held today as he continues to push the boundaries with a range of eclectic projects and albums, the latest of which is a new dance music concept called SKIP-IJ. Sam has also worked with a diverse range of artists from across the globe including Björk, Massive Attack, Ananda Shankar, Talvin Singh and Nitin Sawhney to name just a few.
Romie Ali’s album ‘O Amaar Priyatama’ has been released and his videos are being played on Bengali TV channels. His new unreleased album called 'Radha' includes a track featuring BritBangla member rap singer Wisemanmoe.
Dishad Hussain, an award winning Director, has started a new comedy show 'MIXT NUTX' that has been playing regularly in Central London. Mixt Nutz will be doing a whole month at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival so head up to see them - they are funny! www.mixtnutz.com
Kayser Foyz, film director from East London, is planning to do a re-run of his play ‘The Wedding Run’ and a detective drama - so watch out for it!
Farook Shamser – JOI, is currently finalising his new album which is due to be released this year!
Sanchita Islam is writing her novel ‘Gunghi Blues’ that she has been working on for 10 years. Penguin are interested in publishing her book.
Dr Mohammed Ahmedullah, founder of Bangladesh Heritage, recently presented the Dhaka City Exhibition, that celebrated the city's history and present day dynamism, is currently working on a new project due to exhibit in February 2007.
Aladin, the magician, has been closely involved with the ‘Book of Cool’ (www.bookofcool.com ) that was nominated for three ‘Webby Awards’ – the global ‘Oscars’ for the internet.
Pasha Razzo, previously showcased his collection at the London Fashion Week, is planning a fashion event in West London showcasing his new collection “Seduction”.
Swapan Ahmed's short film 'Beautiful Mind' in Bollywood style has won 'Mini shot-2006' by 'Devant de Monde' in Paris. A 'Hollywood vs Bollywood' film contest with the condition to make the film in 72 hours.
Shahin Badar was the opening act at the Hollywood hip hop artist 50 cent's concert in Lebanon last month. Shahin performed two of her tracks that was written by her, with Guy Manoukian one of Lebanon's award winning act. Shahin is releasing her new album in early 2007.

QS Diversity fo Leadership - Career Forum
Having sponsored this event in the last two years, BritBangla is supporting this careers event for graduates, professionals and new MBAs. In September the international careers group, QS, will be bringing some of the world's most ambitious companies, banks and consultancies to London to meet and develop the next generation of corporate leaders. Register now to secure your place at www.qsforums.com

decibel Performing Arts Showcase Birmingham 2007
Artists working within music, theatre, spoken word, dance or combined arts are invited to apply to take part in the decibel Performing Arts Showcase Birmingham 2007. This is an unprecedented opportunity to present their work to artistic and cultural planners, producers and promoters and increase their touring potential, nationally and internationally.
All artists and companies wishing to present work in the decibel Performing Arts Showcase must register online at www.decibelpas07.co.uk

Charity Fundraiser for BritBangla Sponsored Child
The team for BritBangla doing the Women's 5K Hydro Challenge in Hyde Park are Perveen Kashem, Taryn and Jenin Khanam - so have have raised £500 with the aim of raising £800-1000. On behalf of the members BritBangla would love to continue to support the 9 year old child until the age of 16 and help her fulfil her dream of becoming a teacher. Our contributions help to fund community projects that families are doing with Plan UK to benefit the children in her area. You can read more about Plan International in Bangladesh on our website, click here. If you wish to donate or sponsor toward supporting the child, please kindly do so as it will be gratefully accepted - Email: taryn@britbangla.net

BritBengali Law Society
Zacharias Miah, a BritBangla member, is establishing a new law society. This society is looking for members to join and any people who wish to participate or attend its events. BritBangla is supporting the establishment of this new society that aims to promote Bengali lawyers and will assist in training contracts/ pupilage and jobs. Members will include Solicitors, Barristers, Trainee Solicitors, clerks, pupils, Masters graduates and any other professionals may wish to join and participate. If interested to join please email: britbangla@britbangla.net

Community Project - 'Role Models for Bangladeshi Kids'
Thanks to all those who were involved with this project in East London - your time has made a difference and hopefully inspired the students. Can you be an inspiration to the young and give young students something to aim for so they too can achieve a professional career by seeing someone they can identify with from their own cultural background; to give them the confidence to be successful in their educational life? Please drop an email to taryn@britbangla.net

Urban Life Magazine
BritBangla member Ataur Rahman, the publisher of the magazine, has just published the issue 4. If you would like a complimentary copy of Urban Life magazine then drop a line to britbangla@britbangla.net.
Alternatively subscribe to Urban Life Magazine at www.urbanlife-magazine.com - or see special offer to BritBangla members.

BritBangla Forum - Virtual Networking
Networking is a crucial part for BritBangla professionals and young business people but if you don't have the time to get out and about to attend BB events then "Virtual Networking" is the next best thing!
The BritBangla Forum is here creating a virtual interactive community, use the BB forum to share ideas, ask advice, look for jobs and meet new professional contacts. To REGISTER online click here.

BritBangla Members get involved!!
BritBangla is setting up a Members Committee so looking for interested members who have time to dedicate and have lots of enthusiasm or alternatively want to get involved in any aspect of BritBangla's work (social, community, charity events, on-line magazine etc) and gain some new skills and new contacts/colleagues. If so then get in touch!

Forthcoming Events
Past events have been successful and the photos are now on the website.
Check BritBangla website for upcoming networking events - next event is in September.

If you wish to contact the BB Team then please mail at britbangla@britbangla.net.

The team look forward to hearing from you!

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