Bangladesh Law Society USA, Inc. (BLSUSA) is a non-profit, voluntary, non-political, professional, and secular organization established in 2004. Formerly known as Bangladesh Law Society in the USA, Inc., BLSUSA serves the Bangladeshi community, comprising individuals who have obtained law degrees and reside in the USA. Its members work in various law-related professions, including attorneys, lawyers, paralegals, legal assistants, and legal advisers. They also include those who previously worked in the legal field in Bangladesh but no longer practice in the USA.
The organization is a vital networking platform, facilitating cultural, educational, and charitable activities. It regularly organizes social events such as Iftar parties, picnics, meetings, opinion exchanges, family get-togethers, and receptions. Additionally, BLSUSA actively celebrates significant Bangladeshi cultural and national events, including Independence Day, Victory Day, Ekushye, and Boishaki, fostering community and cultural pride among its members.
The association has an advisory committee, and an elected executive body runs its activities.
Mission & Vision
BLSUSA’s core mission and vision are to become a highly accessible and successful non-profit organization for all its community members. The organization prioritizes promoting peace and unity and encouraging the sharing of ideas to advance its members and the broader community collectively.
Activities
- Networking Platform: BLSUSA functions primarily as a networking hub, connecting Bangladeshi professionals in law-related fields and fostering community interaction.
- Social and Community Events: The organization actively arranges various social gatherings, including Iftar parties, picnics, meetings, opportunities for opinion exchange, family get-togethers, and welcoming receptions.
- Cultural and National Celebrations: BLSUSA commemorates significant cultural and national events of Bangladesh, such as Independence Day, Victory Day, Ekushye (International Mother Language Day), and Boishaki (Bangla New Year), to preserve and celebrate Bangladeshi heritage.
- Scholarship Program: They raise funds to provide scholarships to brilliant Bangladeshi law students in the USA who demonstrate financial need, supporting their educational pursuits.
Membership
The Bangladeshi Law Society USA (BLSUSA) offers Free, General, and Life membership categories. General and Life memberships support a broader advocacy mission, cultural engagement, and legal service enhancement for Bangladeshi Americans. Additionally, members gain access to support that enhances their professional and personal capacities.
- Free Members: Anyone can sign up for limited access to most content.
- General Members: This membership is designed for individuals who have significantly contributed to the Law Society, Justice administration, the legal profession, or community legal services. The membership fee is $10.00, billed every two years.
- Life Members: Life Members are committed to shaping the legal profession and supporting community progress. They focus on building fraternity and cooperation among legal professionals and provide premium access to content and member benefits. The one-time membership fee for Life Members is $200.00.
Team:
President: Mohammad Nasir Uddin
Vice President: ASM Ferdous
Vice President: Syed Nazrul Islam
General Secretary: Arifur R Chowdhury
Joint Secretary: Md Abdus Shohid Azad
Treasurer: Mahbub Khan
Organizing Secretary: Rubina Mannan
Sports & Cultural Secretary: Shahin Akhtar Khan
Social Welfare Secretary: Syed Moyeen Uddin Junel
Office Secretary: Syed Azharul Islam
Publicity Secretary: Parna Easmin
Executive Member: Abdul Wahid
Executive Member: Md. Ashik Ahmed Khan
Executive Member: Mohammad Sirajul Haque
Executive Member: Shah Md Bokhtiar Ali