Afsana Akter | Student & Aspiring Changemaker
(12 Years Old | Dhaka, Bangladesh)
"Education is my ladder out of hardship."
Personal Background
- Full Name: Afsana Akter
- Date of Birth: January 15, 2012
- Status: Orphan (Lost both parents in 2015)
- Guardian: Maternal uncle (works as a rickshaw puller)
- Current Residence: Korail Slum, Dhaka
Education & Achievements
Academic Record
- Grade 10 Student at Korail Govt. High School (Science Stream)
- GPA 4.8/5.0 in Junior School Certificate (JSC) Exam
- Scholarships:
- AR Rashid Foundation Education Grant (2021-Present)
- Dhaka City Corporation Merit Award (2023)
Extracurricular Activities
- Math Olympiad participant (District Level)
- Volunteer at local orphanage tutoring English
- Chess Champion at school competitions
Skills & Talents
- Languages: Bengali (native), English (intermediate)
- Technical: Basic computer skills (Word, Excel)
- Vocational: Tailoring (learned at NGO workshop)
- Soft Skills: Leadership, problem-solving
Aspirations:
“I want to become a software engineer to build apps that help orphans find resources. My dream is to create a Bangladesh where no child sleeps hungry.”
Goals for Next 5 Years
- 1. Complete higher secondary education (Science)
- 2. Secure university admission in Computer Science
- 3. Develop a mobile app for community services
How You Can Help Abdul
- 1. Sponsor his education: 5,000BDT/month covers school fees + supplies
- 2. Mentorship: Guide him in career development
- 3. Donate a laptop: For coding practice