In a celebration of the incredible potential and power of girls worldwide, Grameenphone (GP), the leading telecommunications services provider in the country, proudly joined forces with their global sustainability partner, Plan International Bangladesh, to mark the International Day of the Girl Child.
The initiative aimed to empower and inspire young girls by providing them with a unique opportunity to step into leadership roles and gain insights into various industries, according to a press release.
As part of this inspirational campaign, Maleka, a talented 17-year-old girl from the outskirts of Dhaka, had the remarkable opportunity to symbolically assume the role of GP CEO at GP’s head office, GPHouse. For a day, Maleka stepped into the shoes of Yasir Azman, the Chief Executive Officer of GP, symbolizing the potential and aspirations of young girls in Bangladesh.
During the event, Maleka was welcomed by Yasir Azman and integrated into GP’s Senior Leadership Team. She had an exclusive opportunity to explore the telecommunications industry, gain insights into how GP operates as a business leader in technology, and meet with Sayeda Tahya Hossain, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of GP, to receive advice on career growth.
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Yasir Azman expressed, “It was a great experience to be a part of the Girls Takeover program with support from our partner Plan International. We believe that gender should never be a barrier to success, and we’re eager to raise awareness, foster positivity, and help break down barriers so that women can advance and assume leadership roles in different capacities.”
Maleka, thrilled by her time at the helm of GP, shared, “This takeover experience has significantly boosted my confidence and knowledge. I will share my experience and learning with the girls in my community, encouraging them to aim for leadership roles in society. I am immensely grateful and honored to be part of this incredible moment brought to life by Plan International and Grameenphone through this joint initiative. We must have faith in our potential to lead, innovate, and create positive change in our world.”
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Nishath Sultana, Director – Policy, Advocacy, Influencing, and Campaign at Plan International Bangladesh (PIB), stated, “Through Girls Takeover, we empower the leaders of tomorrow, and together, we’re rewriting the future. Let’s support and amplify their voices, because when girls lead, the world thrives. Let’s celebrate the boundless potential of every girl and work together to create a world where they can flourish, lead, and inspire.”
Since its establishment, GP has taken significant steps towards women’s empowerment in Bangladesh through various innovative solutions. Their commitment extends to their internal workforce, where the organization has made impressive strides in achieving gender balance.
