Dr. Md. Golam Mahboob, Director of the SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC), attended the Youth-led Climate Award 2026 as the Guest of Honor on 15 September 2026 at the Liberation War Museum, Agargaon, Dhaka.
The program was organized by VSO Bangladesh in collaboration with UK International Development to celebrate inspiring youth-led and volunteer-driven climate initiatives from across Bangladesh. The award recognizes young people who are turning local climate challenges into practical, inclusive and community-led solutions.
Mr. Asadul Habib Dulu, Minister, Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief, Government of Bangladesh, attended the program as the Chief Guest.
As Guest of Honor, Dr. Mahboob highlighted the importance of youth engagement in addressing climate change and promoting climate-resilient agriculture, sustainable livelihoods and community-based solutions. He emphasized the need for stronger collaboration among young people, government institutions and development organizations to build a resilient and sustainable future.