Curry Palace, Cottenham – Wednesday 3rd September 2025
The Bangladesh Welfare & Cultural Association Cambridge (BWCAC) held a joint meeting of its Executive and Advisory Committees this week, marking the conclusion of the current committee’s term and reflecting on a term of strong progress, service, and community connection.
General Secretary – Asaduz Zaman (Ahmed)
Ahmed reflected on the committee’s major achievements, including:
The successful running of the Shah Jalal Food Hub
Annual community trips
Community iftar
Women-only swimming sessions
A funeral support fund open to all Muslims in Cambridge
Treasurer – Jubayer Ahmed Suruk
Suruk Ahmed reported a significantly improved financial position, crediting careful stewardship and growing community support.
Senior Vice Chairman – Abdul Hye
Abdul Hye stressed the importance of electing a proactive, committed team for the next committee. He praised the recent additions of Alamin Ahmed (Media & IT) and Maruf Ahmed (Joint Secretary) for their dedication and fresh energy and for raising the profile of BWCAC locally and nationally.
Chairman – Mr. Shahista Miah (Suton)
Shahista Miah expressed heartfelt gratitude to Ahmed bhai for his tireless work ethic and emphasised the challenge of finding a worthy successor. He further endorsed the hard work and success of the current committee.
Media & IT – Alamin Ahmed
Alamin Ahmed outlined steps taken to modernise BWCAC, from improved digital communications and branding to better community outreach and a stronger online presence.
Members were invited to share feedback on the current term and contribute ideas for the year ahead. With 15 years of community service behind it, BWCAC is now stronger, more stable, and more ambitious than ever.
A delicious meal was served courtesy of Curry Palace, with warm thanks to owner Khosru Miah and his team for their continued generosity and hospitality.
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Committee Applications Now Open
All positions on the new committee are open. If you’re passionate about serving the Bangladeshi community in Cambridge, we warmly invite you to step forward.
Please contact any Advisory Committee member by 21st September 2025 to express your interest or discuss how you could contribute.
Thank you for your continued support.
— On behalf of the BWCAC Advisory Committee
Advisory Members:
Mr. Hazir Miah (Lutfur Miah) – Chairperson
Mr. Shamim Ahmed
Mr. Afruj Miah
Mr. Hiron Ali
Mr. Abdul Matin (Jabbar Miah)
Haji Miner Ali
Mr. Renu Miah