Shahid Islam

Director for Personnel at Office of the Director General, Bangladesh Railway, Ministry of Railways, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Oversaw critical aspects such as technology coordination across various departments, fostering regional cooperation with neighboring countries, and shaping public policy and administration. Holds prior experience in personnel management, operational oversight, and railway diplomacy with neighboring countries. Additionally, has contributed to water resources management for internationally disputed rivers.

Holds a BSc in Civil Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET); MS in Environmental Management and Development, Australian National University; MA in Diplomacy, Australian National University.

During the fellowship, aspires to delve into research areas encompassing technology policy, public policy, and international relations, with the goal of transforming the trajectory of public administration in Bangladesh and the vision to shift the focus from elitism to a people-centric approach, fostering positive change and inclusivity.

Funded by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs under the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program.