Representing DURS at the As-Sunnah Foundation GEN-Z Impact Leader Program 2026

DURS participated in the GEN-Z Impact Leader Program 2026 to foster ethical leadership, youth empowerment, and sustainable community development.

On Saturday, May 16, 2026, the Dhaka University Research Society (DURS) was specially invited to participate in the “GEN-Z Impact Leader Program 2026”, organized by the As-Sunnah Foundation at its auditorium in Aftabnagar, Dhaka. Representing DURS at this prestigious gathering were General Secretary Md. Monowar Hossain and Executive Committee Member Md. Sami.

The event brought together nearly 120 student leaders representing 63 clubs across 21 universities. Centered on inspiring the next generation to drive humanitarian initiatives and social progress, the program emphasized that sustainable community development relies heavily on unwavering ethical standards, personal integrity, and constructive youth leadership.

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Core Discussions & Educational Exposure

The keynote session was delivered by Shaykh Ahmadullah, Chairman of the As-Sunnah Foundation, who offered profound direction on cultivating ethical leadership, continuous self-improvement, and dedicated service to the nation.

Following the plenary sessions, participants were taken on a comprehensive tour of the foundation’s sprawling complex, gaining firsthand exposure to their practical skill-development facilities and community projects:

• As-Sunnah School & Masjid Complex: Observing their holistic approach to moral education and community welfare.
• Modern IT & Computer Lab: Experiencing their technical training infrastructure designed to equip youth with modern digital skills.
• Technical Training Workshops: Visiting specialized vocational setups, including the AC and refrigeration repair units, created to empower young individuals through practical livelihoods.

Key Program Highlights

DURS representatives Md. Monowar Hossain and Md. Sami at the GEN-Z Impact Leader Program 2026

Shaykh Ahmadullah alongside university student leaders in a collective photo session

Touring the state-of-the-art computer and IT training lab at the As-Sunnah Foundation complex

Observing practical vocational training at the AC and refrigeration workshop

Aligning Ethical Leadership with Scientific Research

For nearly a decade, DURS has championed academic research while instilling strict research ethics, critical thinking, and leadership values among university students. Academic rigor and empirical inquiry must be grounded in strong moral foundations to produce lasting, positive societal impact.

DURS deeply appreciates the As-Sunnah Foundation for hosting such a timely initiative. Strengthening ethical consciousness in both daily life and academic research remains fundamental to building an empowered, progressive, and humane nation.