Mohammed Manjurus Samad Chowdhury
About

A Lifetime Dedicated to Changing Lives

Community Leader · Humanitarian · Charity Founder · Advocate for Education and Healthcare

Biography

25+ Years of Service

For more than 25 years, Mohammed Manjurus Samad Chowdhury has devoted his time, leadership, and resources to improving the lives of disadvantaged people in the United Kingdom and around the world. Through charitable leadership, humanitarian action, community development, education initiatives, and healthcare support, he has helped thousands of individuals and families overcome poverty, hardship, illness, homelessness, and social exclusion.

His work is driven by a simple but powerful belief: everyone deserves the opportunity to live with dignity, access essential services, and build a better future.

Over the course of his distinguished voluntary service, he has founded and led charitable organisations, strengthened community institutions, supported life-saving healthcare projects, and delivered humanitarian aid to communities affected by conflict, natural disasters, and economic hardship.

Mohammed Manjurus Samad Chowdhury portrait
Making a Lasting Difference

His Work Has Helped

Homeless families secure safe and stable housing

Young people access educational opportunities and scholarships

Patients receive healthcare regardless of financial circumstances

Communities gain access to clean water and sanitation

Vulnerable individuals receive food, clothing, and emergency support

Disaster and conflict-affected populations receive humanitarian relief

Community institutions expand services for local residents

His leadership has touched lives across the UK, Bangladesh, Palestine, Syria, Türkiye, India, South Africa, Ukraine, and other regions experiencing hardship and humanitarian need.

Journey

A Timeline of Service

1971–1976

Segun Bagisah High School

Dhaka, Bangladesh

1979

Intermediate in Commerce

Dhaka College, Bangladesh

1982

Bachelor of Commerce

Jagannath University, Dhaka

1982–1986

Supervisor, King Saud University

Early career in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

1987–1990

Chef, Viceroy Restaurant

Building a career in hospitality

1991

Business Studies Diploma

Tower Hamlets College, London

1993

Journalism Studies

University of Sussex

1997–Present

Restaurant and Property Owner

Building the financial foundation for a lifetime of charitable giving

2000–Present

Founder & Chairman, MKC Welfare Trust

Founded with a vision to support vulnerable people facing poverty, illness, homelessness, and humanitarian crises

2004–Present

Trustee & Treasurer, East End Islamic Centre

Financial governance and strategic leadership for one of East London's most valued community institutions

2007–Present

Trustee, BUPET UK

Beani Bazar Upazila Progoti Education Trust

2014–Present

Finance Director & Trustee, Beani Bazar Cancer & General Hospital

Supporting accessible healthcare for disadvantaged communities

2022–Present

President, BUPET UK

Elected President, expanding the organisation's reach into housing, water, food aid, and community development

Leadership Philosophy

Built on Compassion and Lasting Impact

He believes charitable work should create lasting change, empowering individuals and strengthening communities rather than simply addressing immediate needs.

Compassion

Integrity

Accountability

Community Service

Partnership & Collaboration

Long-term Sustainable Impact

Professional Background

Education

  • Segun Bagisah High School, Dhaka, Bangladesh (1971–1976)
  • Intermediate Commerce, Dhaka College, Bangladesh (1979)
  • Bachelor of Commerce, Jagannath University, Dhaka (1982)
  • Business Studies Diploma, Tower Hamlets College, London (1991)
  • Journalism Studies, University of Sussex (1993)
 

Career

  • Supervisor, King Saud University (1982–1986)
  • Chef, Viceroy Restaurant (1987–1990)
  • Restaurant and Property Owner (1997–Present)
Beyond Work

Personal Interests

Football
Badminton
Swimming
Gardening
Family Life
Community Networking
Fundraising Events
Charitable Causes
Legacy and Impact

For more than a quarter of a century, Mohammed has demonstrated that lasting social change is achieved through dedication, compassion, and action.

His legacy is one of service, generosity, leadership, and hope — reflecting a lifelong commitment to creating opportunities and improving lives for those most in need.