In solidarity with Professor Muhammad Yunus

The shocking takeover last week of the Grameen Building and affiliated enterprises has blocked and endangered our Impact Hub Dhaka members in the same building and will directly affect the community of impact makers all trying to make their city – and the world – a better place. This treatment of social entrepreneurs on the ground – and of Professor Yunus and his team as pioneers – sets worrying precedence for our sector. 

Public trust needs restoration, and it is crucial to acknowledge the positive impact the work of the Grameen Bank’s team has had on rural development in Bangladesh and beyond. We respectfully call on the Government of Bangladesh to look into the matter to protect the amazing work that has come out of Bangladesh and to protect its citizens, including Professor Yunus and also all programme participants, beneficiaries, staff and stakeholders who might be impacted by the sudden shutdown of these Grameen offices. 

We are confident that the truth will prevail in due course, and we stand in support of Professor Yunus during this challenging time – as he has served as a source of inspiration, positivity, and perseverance for generations of social entrepreneurs worldwide in their commitment to advance socio-economic betterment. Thank you Impact Hub Dhaka for the great work you do in your city and country, our Impact Hub Network is at your back as we all navigate this situation.